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ESTeem User’s Manual
Horizon Series
Manual Revision 1.0
June 2016
ESTeem Industrial Wireless Solutions
Author:
Date:
Name: Eric P. Marske
Title: Product Support Manager
Approved by:
Date:
Name: Mike Eller
Title: President
Electronic Systems Technology, Inc.
Dba ESTeem Wireless Modems
Building B1
415 N. Quay Street
Kennewick, WA 99336
Phone: 509-735-9092
Fax: 509-783-5475
E-mail: market@esteem.com
Web Site: www.esteem.com
Copyright© 2016 by Electronic Systems Technology, Inc.
All rights reserved. Printed in the United States of America. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored
in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording,
or otherwise, without the prior written permission of Electronic Systems Technology.
PRODUCT WARRANTY
Electronic Systems Technology, Inc. dba ESTeem Wireless Modems, (hereinafter ESTeem) expressly warrants its products as free
of manufacturing defects for a period of one year from the date of sale to first user/customer. THERE ARE NO OTHER
WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED AND THERE IS EXPRESSLY EXCLUDED ALL WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY
OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. NO OTHER WARRANTY GIVEN BY ANY EMPLOYEE, AGENT, DISTRIBUTOR
OR OTHER PERSON WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCT SHALL BE BINDING ON ESTEEM.
LIMITATION OF LIABILITY:
ESTeem's liability shall be limited to refunding of purchase price, repair or replacement of product. IN NO EVENT SHALL ESTEEM
HAVE LIABILITY FOR CONSEQUENTIAL, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES CAUSED DIRECTLY OR
INDIRECTLY BY THE PRODUCT, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY INTERRUPTION OF SERVICES, LOSS OF
BUSINESS OR ANTICIPATORY PROFITS. IN NO EVENT SHALL ESTEEM BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES WHATSOEVER
IN EXCESS OF THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT.
In the event that a unit or part requires replacement or factory servicing, the following conditions apply:
a)
Customer must obtain from ESTeem an authorized RMA (Return Materials Authorization) Number before shipment of
product or parts to ESTeem for any reason;
b)
If the whole unit is shipped, it must be in its original carton and shipping components, or a carton and shipping
components supplied by ESTeem, or it parts only are shipped, they must be packaged and cushioned so as to prevent
damage in transit and shipped freight prepaid;
PRODUCT WILL BE CONSIDERED OUT OF WARRANTY IF:
a)
If the product is damaged due to improper or abnormal use, abuse, mishandling, accident or improper maintenance or
failure to follow operating instruction;
b)
If the product is defective as a result of sand, dirt, or water damage;
c)
If any factory-sealed enclosure has been opened or shows evidence of an attempt to be opened;
d)
If defects or damage are caused by the use of unauthorized parts or unauthorized service;
e)
If the product has had its serial numbers altered or removed.
Warranty repair form must be accompanied by proof of user's purchase of unit. Product must be shipped to the manufacturer at the
following address:
ESTeem Wireless Modems
415 North Quay Street
Kennewick, Washington USA 99336
ADDITIONAL SERVICE:
If ESTeem releases an improvement update to firmware internal to the ESTeem unit during the 90-day period after the unit was
purchased by the first user/customer, ESTeem will update the applicable unit with the revised version at no charge other than for
UPS handling and shipping to and from your location to the ESTeem factory. Return of any such item must be accompanied with
proof of purchase.
ESTeem Industrial Wireless Solutions
415 North Quay Street  Kennewick, WA 99336
Phone (509) 735-9092  Fax (509) 783-5475
Specifications subject to change without notice
www.esteem.com
Revised: 27 Jun 2016
TABLE OF CONTENTS
CHAPTER 1 – Introduction
Before You Begin
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Horizon Overview
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Horizon Configuration Modes
Access Point Modes
Access Point Peer (Repeater) Mode
Self‐Healing Mesh Network
Station (WiFi Client) Modes
RS‐232 Serial Applications
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CHAPTER 2 – Starting Out
Three Configuration Phases
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Horizon Hardware Description
Front Panel Layout
Antenna Connection Overview
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Horizon Hardware Configuration
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CHAPTER 3 – Example Applications
Modes of Operation Description and Examples
Ethernet Bridge Mode
Router Modes
Mobile Client Modes
802.11 Access Point Modes
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Programming Examples
Using ESTeem Network Configuration (ENC) Utility
Example 1 – Point to Point Ethernet Bridge
Example 2 – Point to Point Ethernet Bridge with Repeater
Example 3 – Point to Multipoint with Mesh Repeater
Example 4 – Point to Multipoint Router Mode
Example 5 – Mobile Client Mode
Example 6 – 802.11 Access Point Mode
Router Addressing Examples
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CHAPTER 4 – Utilities and Features
ESTeem Network Configuration (ENC) Utility
ESTeem Discovery Utility
Firmware Updates
Setting Local Time
Configuring Time Server
VLAN Operation
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IGMP Snooping
Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP)
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CHAPTER 5 – Web Configuration
Logging Into Web Configuration Manager
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Web Configuration Manager
Top Menu
Setting ModemID Field
Status Menu
System Log Screen
Setup Screen
Advanced Configuration Screen
Backup Screen
Restore Screen
Software Update
System Reboot
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CHAPTER 6 – Serial Configuration and Applications
Using RS‐232 Programming Port
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Using RS‐232 Data Port
Serial Connections
Serial Configuration
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Configuration
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Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol (RSTP)
Overview
Phases
Priority and Path Cost
Root Bridge
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Redundant Backup
Redundant Master Configuration
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CHAPTER 7 – Bridge Links and Mesh Networking
CHAPTER 8 – Antenna Setups
Antenna and Cable Configurations
Horizon 2.4 Antenna and Cable Configurations
Horizon 900 Antenna and Cable Configurations
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Weatherproofing Coaxial Cable Connections
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Antenna Diversity
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Assembling the AA195PM Outdoor Pole Mounting Kit
Grounding Procedure
Fresnel Zone
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APPENDIX A – FCC Information
APPENDIX B – Interface Ports
Ethernet Interface
Configuring DHCP Server
RS‐232 Programming Port Pin‐Out
RS‐232 Data Port Pin‐Out
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APPENDIX C – Radio Configuration
Frequency of Operation
RF Data Rate Configuration
RF Bandwidths
RF Data Rates and Throughput Chart
Setting RF Output Power
APPENDIX D – Security
APPENDIX E – Troubleshooting
Testing Communication Link
Viewing Peer Table
Troubleshooting Tips
APPENDIX F – Horizon 2.4 Specifications
Horizon 2.4 (216An) Specifications
Case Diagram
Antenna Specifications
APPENDIX G – Horizon 900 Specifications
Horizon 900 (216Ad) Specifications
Case Diagram
Antenna Specifications
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INTRODUCTION
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Thank you and congratulations on your purchase of the ESTeem Horizon
Series Wireless Ethernet Modem! This manual was written to help both the
first time and advanced user of the Horizon to configure the wireless
modem for your application. If this is your first time configuring the Horizon
and you would like to get going as soon as possible, we recommend using
the ESTeem Resource CD provided with the modem. The Resource CD will
provide the software utilities and guide you through the configuration of
the wireless modem for your application.
The ESTeem Horizon Series of wireless Ethernet networking hardware are
very sophisticated networking devices. To keep the manual usably short, many of
the application descriptions and programming details assume the user has a good
working knowledge of the following network concepts:
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Figure 1: ESTeem Horizon Series
Throughout this User’s Manual are
“Technical Tips” in boxes like this that have
been added to help answer the most
commonly asked questions.
General Ethernet networking and the configuration of LAN topologies
Common Ethernet terminology and acronyms
TCP/IP network protocol structure and how to configure TCP/IP networks and subnets
How to identify and set the TCP/IP address on your computer
Have administrator privileges to the computer and network you are configuring
If using routing protocols, you must be able to identify and configure the network routers, gateways and firewalls
You must be familiar with using web browser software such as Internet Explorer, Netscape or Mozilla
If you are unfamiliar with any of the above networking concepts, you may need to contact your network administrator for
assistance.
HORIZON OVERVIEW
The ESTeem Horizon is a series of wireless LAN
transceivers that can be used to build many types
of Wireless Local Area Networks (WLAN). The
wireless modems in Horizon series can provide RF
data rates up to 150 Mbps and have an RS‐232
serial port for legacy device networks. The Model
Horizon is a very sophisticated networking device
that can be configured for multiple modes of
operation depending upon the needs of the
wireless and wired LAN system. The following
configuration modes are provided as an overview
of the basic network types, as all possible network
configurations cannot be listed. For further help in
selecting the correct network type, please refer to
Chapter 4 of this User’s Manual or call Customer
Support at 509‐735‐9092.
Figure 2: Access Point Bridge Diagram
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CONFIGURATION MODES
The Horizon can be configured for multiple
modes of operation without any changes to the
hardware. The following are brief descriptions
of the configuration modes. For detailed
descriptions and suggested applications for
each mode, please refer to Chapter 4.
Access Point Modes
When the Horizon is configured as an Access
Point it will provide a wireless bridge for mobile
clients such as Horizon or Model 195E modems
in client modes or Wi‐Fi devices. Multiple
Access Points can be physically connected to
the same network (LAN) or through a radio link
using the Access Point Peer mode to provide
overlapping, seamless Ethernet communication
for mobile devices.
1.
Figure 3: Peer Mode Diagram
Access Point Bridge Mode
An ESTeem Horizon in Access Point Bridge mode will both provide wireless access to mobile clients (Access Point) and
bridge all Ethernet data connected to the Ethernet ports. The AP Bridge mode will pass all network traffic between
connected devices including global network broadcasts. (See Figure 2)
2.
Access Point Router Mode
In this mode the ESTeem Horizon will
function as a router between wired
Ethernet networks, connected to the
Horizon’s Ethernet port, and the
wireless clients in the network. As in
all standard router configurations,
the wireless and wired Ethernet
networks will need to be on separate
subnets. The Horizon in Access Point
Router mode will pass network traffic
for connected devices but will block
global network broadcasts from the
wired network.
This mode of
operation should be used instead of
the Access Point Bridge mode when a
separation between networks is
required or the ESTeem is connected
to larger LAN Networks that will
continuously send global network
broadcasts (Figure 3).
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Figure 4: Access Point Masquerade Diagram
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Access Point Masquerade Mode
The Access Point Masquerade mode is a special use of the Access Point mode where the Horizon will connect mobile
clients into a single static IP address on a wired network. Data requests from the wireless network will be processed
through the Access Point Masquerade modem, but any request from the wired Ethernet network to devices on the
wireless network will be rejected similar to the operation of a “firewall”. The Horizon will hide all the IP addresses
connected on the wireless link. You would use this mode of operation if Horizon is connected directly to the Internet
with a static IP address (DSL, T1, etc.) and you want the wireless clients to access the information through the Horizon
(Figure 4). This mode should also be used for attaching the Horizon to a network where few IP addresses are available
or a firewall for the wireless clients is required.
Access Point Peer (Repeater) Mode
The Access Point Peer connection is a unique enhancement of the ESTeem Horizon series. The Access Point Repeater
can be used with any of the above Access Point modes. With this repeater feature enabled, the Access Points do not
have to be hardwired together on the same physical LAN to provide seamless Ethernet communication for roaming
clients. In addition to greatly extending the Access Point canopy range, the Horizon will also bridge any Ethernet device
or Ethernet network connected to the unit over this same wireless Ethernet network. This mode gives the user the
features of a point to multi‐point bridge network but also allows the Horizon in the Client mode to simultaneously roam
under the network canopy.
Figure 5: Mesh Network Diagram
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Self‐Healing Mesh Network
If multiple Access Point Repeater routes are configured to the same destination ESTeem, the Horizon will create a
“self‐healing” mesh network by automatically re‐routing data through alternate paths to reach its destination if the
primary path is inoperable. The routing and priority of alternate paths is completely user configurable. (See Figure 5)
Station (Client) Modes
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EtherStation Mode
When the Horizon is configured in the EtherStation mode and attached to a single Ethernet Device, the Horizon will
emulate an 802.11 wireless card in functionality for communication as a mobile client. The Horizon will seamless roam
under the radio canopy of Access Points and can provide greatly increased range over a Wireless LAN Card for mobile
Ethernet devices such as vehicles, forklifts, cranes, etc (Figures 2‐4).
2.
Station Router Mode
The Station Router mode will also functions as a mobile client, similar to EtherStation, but will allow multiple Ethernet
devices to be connected to a single Horizon (Figure 4). The Horizon will function as a router between the wireless client
mode and the wired Ethernet devices connected to the Ethernet port. Similar in configuration to the Access Point Router
mode, the wireless and wired Ethernet networks will need to be on separate subnets. To communicate from wireless
network to devices on the wired Station Router network, a separate router (connected to the Ethernet side of the Access
Point) is required. This mode would be used where multiple Ethernet devices will be connected to a single Horizon in a
mobile client application and the connected Ethernet devices will need to be accessible from the Access Point’s LAN
network.
3.
Station Masquerade Mode
The Station Masquerade mode is another case multiple devices will be connected to a single ESTeem in a mobile or client
application. However, unlike the Station Router mode, the Station Masquerade will consolidate all connected Ethernet
devices to a single IP address on the network. The devices connected to the Station Masquerade will be able to access
information from both the wireless and wired LAN, but will be inaccessible the other way similar in application to a
firewall. This mode would be used where multiple Ethernet devices will be connected to a single Horizon in a mobile
application and the IP addresses for each device will be hidden from the LAN connected to the AP. See Figure 4.
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RS‐232 Serial Applications
The ESTeem Horizon is installed with an RS‐232 data port for serial data applications run over the broadband link (Figure
6). The serial over broadband network can be used in a point‐to‐point or point‐to‐multi‐point application for networking
serial (RS‐232C) devices, providing serial connections to legacy hardware in a new Ethernet network or providing for high‐
bandwidth devices (such as Video or Voice over IP) in an existing serial network.
Figure 6: Multi‐point Serial Diagram
To begin setup of your wireless Ethernet network, continue to Chapter 2 ‐ Staring Out of this User’s Manual.
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STARTING OUT
OVERVIEW
There are three main phases to prepare the ESTeem Horizon for operation in a wireless network:
Phase 1 ‐ Determine the correct mode of operation for the Horizon in the wireless network. The ESTeem Horizon is a
sophisticated networking device that can be configured for multiple modes of operation. Determining the correct mode of
operation for the ESTeem Horizon is the first step. Chapter 3 of this User’s Manual details the modes of operation and
applications where each would be used.
Phase 2 ‐ Program the ESTeem for operation in the wireless network. Once the correct mode of operation for the ESTeem has
been determined, the Horizon can be programmed for the wireless network. To simplify the programming of the Horizon,
ESTeem has created a new software utility called the ESTeem Network Configuration (ENC) Utility which is used to graphically
configure the primary and backup communication routes between radio modems in the network. The ENC Utility can be
installed from the ESTeem Resource Disk or from the ESTeem web site (www.esteem.com). Chapter 4 (Utilities and Features) of
this User’s Manual will guide you in the installation of the software and give a brief overview of operation of the ENC Utility, but
a detailed User’s Guide is available both on the ESTeem Resource Disk and in the Help section of the program itself.
The ESTeem Horizon can also be programmed through the internal Web interface (discussed in detail in Chapter 5) if you do not
have access to the ENC Utility.
Phase 3 ‐ Install the ESTeem hardware and test communication. After the ESTeem Horizon programming, install the hardware
in each remote location. Chapter 8 of this User’s Manual describes the antenna specifications, mounting options and the
configuration of the pole mounting hardware for the ESTeem. For instructions on testing and troubleshooting the wireless link,
refer to Appendix F (Troubleshooting).
HORIZON HARDWARE LAYOUT
To begin the configuration, unpack the ESTeem Horizon shipping boxes and locate the items below for initial configuration. Take
a few minutes to inventory your equipment before you proceed. Report any missing or damaged items to Customer Support
(509‐735‐9092) as soon as possible. Each node in your ESTeem Horizon’s network may have different hardware components
based upon the final installation location (i.e. Outdoor, Indoor, Point‐to‐point or Muti‐Point). Antenna types, cable lengths,
power supplies may be different, but the following items will be required for basic setup:
Horizon Radio
AA109 Resource Disk
Antenna
(AA01S Displayed)
(2) Ethernet Cables
Power Supply
(AA175.2 Displayed)
Serial Interface Cable
(AA6021.1)
Note: Your accessory model numbers may vary from the above, but you will need to locate each of above items to continue
configuration.
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Figure 1: Horizon Front Panel Overview
Figure 2: Horizon Antenna Overview
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HORIZON HARDWARE CONFIGURATION
The following steps should be completed to begin configuration of the ESTeem Horizon:
1.
Connect the antenna to the antenna connector on the Horizon (Figure 3). For a single antenna use Antenna Port 1 and
connect both if using dual antennas.
Single Antenna
Configuration
Dual Antenna
Configuration
Leave
Open
Figure 3: Antenna Configuration Diagram
2.
Assemble the Horizon hardware as shown in Figure 4.
Technical Tips:
1. Configure the Horizon
prior to mounting.
2. Attach antenna to the
Horizon before powering
up.
Figure 4: Hardware Configuration Diagram
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MODES OF OPERATION
The ESTeem Horizon is a sophisticated wireless networking device that can be configured for multiple modes of operation.
Determining the correct mode of operation for the ESTeem is the first step in creating a reliable wireless network. This chapter
will explain each mode of operation, provide example applications and detailed programming information for each mode.
Please review the following modes of operations. If you do not see an example of your application, please contact ESTeem
support at 509‐735‐9092 for help in selecting your mode of operation.
Ethernet Bridge Mode (AP Bridge)
The most commonly used mode of operation with the ESTeem Horizon is the Ethernet bridge mode. The Ethernet bridge mode
will connect two or more ESTeem Horizon’s while passing all network traffic that arrives in both the wireless and connected
Ethernet ports; including all global network traffic (Figure 1). This mode will work in most wireless applications of the Horizon
to wirelessly connect two or more remote Ethernet devices or networks. The Ethernet bridge mode is also used in repeating
(Figure 2) and in self‐healing Mesh networks (Figure 3) for fixed (non‐mobile) applications.
Example Applications
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Building to building remote wireless LAN networks
Point to point wireless Ethernet communication devices
Multi‐point wireless Ethernet networks
Remote Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) networks
Redundant, self‐healing Mesh networks
Fixed locations with mobile ESTeem Horizon’s
Applications Where Ethernet Bridge Mode Not Used
 Mobile applications (see Mobile Clients)
 Connections to large Ethernet traffic networks such as large office buildings or plant networks (see Router modes)
Figure 1: Point to Point Example
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Figure 2: Ethernet Bridge with Repeater
Figure 3: Multipoint Bridge with Mesh Networking
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Router Modes (AP Router and AP Masquerade)
The ESTeem Horizon can be configured as a network router or network firewall between the Ethernet LAN connection and the
wireless network of remote locations. The router modes are used to limit the network traffic from a busy Ethernet network
connection to only those specific IP address used on the wireless network (see Figure 4). The Ethernet router mode (AP Router)
will allow bi‐directional communication from the Ethernet LAN connection to the wireless network. The Ethernet firewall mode
(AP Masquerade) will allow Ethernet devices in the wireless network to request information from the Ethernet LAN network
and receive a response, but no traffic can be generated from the Ethernet LAN side.
Example Applications
 Wireless Ethernet networks connected to large company or plant Ethernet LAN networks (AP Router)
 Wireless Ethernet networks with a requirement for network isolation from the plant or company network (AP Router)
 Shared Ethernet connection to direct Internet service (DSL, Cable, T1, etc.) (AP Masquerade)
Applications Where Ethernet Router Mode Not Used
 Mobile applications (see Mobile Clients)
 Simple network connections only using a single IP network subnet (see Ethernet Bridge modes)
Figure 4: Router Mode Example
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Mobile Client Modes (EtherStation, Station Router or Station Masquerade)
The ESTeem Horizon can also be configured to function as a mobile client. The client modes allow the Horizon to seamlessly
roam between fixed Access Points. These Access Points can either be ESTeem Horizon wireless modems configured in one of
the three Access Point modes (AP Bridge, AP Router or AP Masquerade – see above) or any IEEE 802.11 (Wi‐Fi). The client
modes will allow mobile Ethernet devices to connect to each other or to an Ethernet LAN through the fixed AP (Figure 5).
The EtherStation mode is used to connect a single Ethernet device to the ESTeem Horizon. If you are connecting the Horizon
to multiple Ethernet devices in a mobile mode, the Station Router or Station Masquerade will be required. The Station Router
will allow bi‐directional communication between the Ethernet devices connected to the Horizon and the wireless network,
while the Station Masquerade will serve as a firewall on the Ethernet side.
Example Applications
 Mobile applications where the Horizon will change links often between fixed Access Points
 Long range mobile client networks
 Public safety applications for police, fire and EMS
Applications Where Mobile Client Mode Not Used
 Fixed locations using Ethernet Bridging or Routing
 Wireless Ethernet networks with repeaters
Figure 5: Router Mode Example
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802.11 Access Point Modes (AP Bridge, AP Router or AP Masquerade)
The ESTeem Horizon can be configured as a high power 802.11 Access Point (AP). The IEEE 802.11n/g/b Access Point (AP)
functionality is available in all three of the Access Point modes (AP Bridge, AP Router or AP Masquerade). The Access Point
mode will provide either a single wireless connection (Figure 6) or overlapping coverage (Figure 7) to create a “canopy” of
wireless coverage for 802.11 devices. The ESTeem Horizon in AP mode can function as both an Ethernet bridge or router and
802.11 AP simultaneously (Figure 8).
Example Applications
 Industrial, long range 802.11 (Wi‐Fi) networks
 Hybrid networks of Ethernet bridging/routing and mobile client access
Applications Where Access Point (AP) Mode Not Used
 Mobile applications
Figure 6: Single Access Point Network
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Figure 7: Overlapping Access Point Coverage
Figure 8: Access Point and Ethernet Bridge
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PROGRAMMING EXAMPLES
Once the mode of operation for the ESTeem has been determined, you
are now ready to program the Horizon for use. ESTeem has created a
simplified network programming utility call the ESTeem Network
Configuration (ENC) Utility. This ENC Utility will be used in all the
following programming examples. For detailed instructions on
installing the ENC Utility, please refer to the User’s Guide (found in the
ESTeem Resource CD or Utility program itself) or Chapter 4 of this
User’s Manual
Technical Tip: The ENC Utility calculates the wireless
link information based upon exact ESTeem serial
numbers. The serial numbers listed in the following
examples are for example only. Enter the correct
ESTeem serial numbers for your application.
Adding Esteem’s to ENC Utility and Changing Name
Each of the example applications will use the following procedure to add and rename ESTeem Horizon’s.
1.
Consult the ENC Utility’s User Guide on how the create a new wireless network. Once you have a blank network
configuration page (Figure 9), select ESTeem from the menu items to display the drop down menu, then select New>New
ESTeem.
Figure 9: Adding ESTeem to Blank ENC Configuration Page
2.
Enter in the ESTeem Horizon serial numbers used for the example
(for example enter Z‐14000 in the Set Serial Number Box) and press
the OK button (Figure 10). The ENC Utility will look up the ESTeem
Horizon’s serial number in the database and match the correct
Wireless LAN MAC (WLAN MAC) address to the modem. This WLAN
MAC address will be displayed above the modem symbol on the
screen (Figure 11).
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Figure 11: Main Office ESTeem Horizon
3.
To change the name of the ESTeem Horizon from the WLAN MAC address to “Main Office” (or any other location name)
to match the example configuration, Right‐Mouse click on the ESTeem icon and select Change>Change Modem ID (Figure
12). Enter “Main Office” in the pop‐up window and select OK.
4.
Duplicate the above procedure for each ESTeem Horizon added to the network.
Figure 12: Change Modem ID
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Ethernet Bridge Mode Example 1 (Figure 1)
Point to Point Ethernet Bridge
(2) ESTeem Horizon
Serial Numbers: Z‐14000 (Main Office) and Z‐14001 (Remote Office)
1.
Add the two ESTeem Horizons to the network using the above procedure. Once both ESTeem Horizons are on the
configuration page, create a wireless link by
clinking on one of the two connection boxes and
dragging a line to the other modem (Figure 13).
5.
Verify both ESTeem modems are connected to
the same switch as the computer running the
ENC Utility and send the configuration to both
modems at the same time by selecting
ESTeem>ESTeem Configuration>Send
Configuration to All ESTeems (Figure 14).
6.
Once the ENC Utility has downloaded the
configuration for both ESTeem Horizons, the
status box around the ESTeems will change from
yellow to blue.
This indicates that the
configuration was completed successfully and
the ESTeem Horizons are ready to be installed in
the application.
Figure 13: Create Wireless Link
Figure 14: Send Configuration to ESTeem’s
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Ethernet Bridge Mode Example 2 (Figure 2)
Point to Point with Repeater Ethernet Bridge
(3) ESTeem Horizon
Serial Numbers:
Z‐14000 (Main Office)
Z‐14001 (Remote Office)
Z‐14002 (Repeater)
1.
Using the above procedure, enter the three
ESTeem Horizons into the ENC Utility. Your
layout should appear like Figure 14.
2.
Move the ESTeem Horizon icons on the screen
to simulate the layout of the diagram. Draw
connection lines between the modems to make
the wireless link in the same order as the
network layout (Figure 15).
3.
Figure 14: Example 2 Modems
Verify all ESTeem modems are connected to the same switch
Technical Tip: Although it does not matter where the
as the computer running the ENC Utility and send the
ESTeem icons are located on the screen, putting
configuration to both modems at the same time by
them in the same layout as the application makes it
selecting ESTeem>ESTeem Configuration>Send Configuration
easier to visually verify the network connections.
to All ESTeems. Once the ENC Utility has downloaded the
configuration for both ESTeem Horizon’s, the status box
around the ESTeem‘s will change from yellow to blue. This indicates that the configuration was completed successfully
and the ESTeem Horizon’s are ready to be installed in the application.
Figure 15: Example 2 Layout
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Ethernet Bridge Mode Example 3 (Figure 3)
Point to Multipoint with Mesh Repeater Links
(6) ESTeem Horizon
Serial Numbers:
Z‐14000 (Main Office)
Z‐14001 (Remote Office)
Z‐14002 (Repeater)
Z‐14003 (Remote Site 1)
Z‐14004 (Remote Site 2)
Z‐14005 (Remote Site 3)
1.
Using the above procedure for adding ESTeem
Horizons, add the six ESTeem Horizons for this
example and rename by location. Your layout
should appear like Figure 16.
2.
Move the ESTeem Horizon icons on the screen to
simulate the layout of the diagram. Draw
connection lines between the primary wireless
links modems in the same order as the network layout (Figure 17).
Figure 16: Example 3 Modems
Figure 15: Example 2 Layout
3.
To create the backup link between Remote 1 and Remote 2 and the other backup link from Remote 2 to the Remote Office,
draw a wireless connection as you would on the primary link. Double‐click on the line created. The Link Editor box will be
displayed (Figure 16). Any Path Length greater than 1 will display as a dashed line indicating a backup link in the repeater
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Figure 16: Backup Link Configuration
Mesh configuration (Figure 17). For detailed instruction on Mesh network configuration, refer to Chapter 7 of this User’s
Manual.
4.
Verify all ESTeem modems are
connected to the same switch as
the computer running the ENC
Utility and send the configuration
to all modems at the same time by
selecting
ESTeem>ESTeem
Configuration>Send Configuration
to All ESTeems. Once the ENC
Utility has downloaded the
configuration for both ESTeem
Horizon’s, the status box around
the ESTeem‘s will change from
yellow to blue. This indicates that
the configuration was completed
successfully and the ESTeem
Horizon’s are ready to be installed
in the application.
Figure 17: Mesh Network Configuration
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Ethernet Router Mode Example (Figure 4)
Point to Multipoint Router Mode
(4) ESTeem Horizon
Serial Numbers:
Z‐14000 (Router at Network)
Z‐14001 (Remote Site 1)
Z‐14002 (Remote Site 2)
Z‐14003 (Remote Site 3)
1.
Using the above procedure for adding ESTeem
Horizons, add the four ESTeem Horizons for this
example and rename by location. Your layout
should appear like Figure 18.
2.
Move the ESTeem Horizon icons on the screen to
simulate the layout of the diagram. Draw
connection lines between the wireless links
modems in the same order as the network layout
(Figure 19).
Figure 18: Router Mode Example Modems
Figure 19: Router Example Layout
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3.
By default, the ENC Utility sets all ESTeem modems in AP Bridge mode.
To change the Plant Router ESTeem to AP Router mode, double‐click on
the icon to bring up the ESTeem Summary window and press the Edit
button (Figure 20).
4.
Change the Mode of Operation from AP Bridge to AP Router
(or Masquerade if desired) and press the Next button at the bottom of
the window (Figure 21).
Figure 20: ESTeem Summary Page
Figure 21: AP Router Configuration
5.
Continue through the configuration screens setting the AP Router
addressing to match the IP address ranges for your network. For help
with setting the router addressing please refer to Router Address
Examples later in this chapter. You will end on the screen in Figure
22. Press the Finish button to return to the configuration page.
6.
Verify all ESTeem modems are connected to the same switch as the
computer running the ENC Utility and send the configuration to all
modems at the same time by selecting ESTeem>ESTeem
Configuration>Send Configuration to All ESTeem’s. Once the ENC
Utility has downloaded the configuration for both ESTeem Horizons,
the status box around the ESTeem’s will change from yellow to blue.
This indicates that the configuration was completed successfully and
the ESTeem Horizons are ready to be installed in the application.
Figure 22: ESTeem Summary Page
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Mobile Client Mode Example (Figure 5)
EtherStation, Station Router and Station Masquerade Modes
(3) ESTeem Horizon
Serial Numbers:
Z‐14000 (EtherStation)
Z‐14001 (Station Router)
Z‐14002 (Station Masquerade)
Technical Tip: The ESTeem Horizon’s in Mobile Client
modes do not have a specific frequency of operation
as can be seen in Figure 24.
Setting the ESTeem for Mobile Client (station) mode with the ENC Utility is different than the
Bridge/Router or Access Point (AP) modes. ESTeem modems configured in as a Mobile Client will
not link with a specific fixed modem; but will roam between any 802.11 Access Point with the
correct Network Name (SSID) and Encryption. The ESTeem configured as a client is also not set on
a specific operating frequency (channel) but will scan all channels looking for the AP. Use the
following procedure to configure an ESTeem Horizon in one of the three mobile client modes:
1.
Starting a new network of ESTeem Horizons in Mobile
Client mode is the same as any of the Bridge modes
except when you are asked for the frequency (channel)
of operation, select “Station” (Figure 23).
2.
Add the three mobile client modems to the ENC Utility
configuration page as instructed above and set the
Modem ID to match the three modes of operation.
Your configuration will appear as in Figure 24.
Figure 23: Station
EtherStation
3.
By default, the ENC Utility sets all station mode ESTeem
modems to EtherStation mode. The only adjustment
necessary to the EtherStation modem in our example is
to enter the connected Ethernet device’s MAC address. The
ESTeem Horizon will “clone” the Ethernet MAC address of the
connected Ethernet device. To configure the EtherStation
modem, double‐click on the icon to bring up the ESTeem Summary
window and press the Edit button (Figure 20).
4.
EtherStation mode should be selected in the Mode of Operation.
Press the Next button at the bottom of the window to continue.
Enter the connected Ethernet device’s MAC address in the “Device
MAC Address” box (Figure 25) and press the Next button at the
bottom
of
the
window
to
continue.
5.
Verify the encryption settings are correct for the 802.11 AP
network in which the EtherStation modem will be working and
press the Finish button to return to the configuration page.
Figure 24: Station Mode Example Modems
Figure 25: MAC Address Entry
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Station Router and Station Masquerade
6.
To configure the two other modems, double‐click on their icons
to bring up the ESTeem Summary window and press the Edit
button (Figure 20).
7.
Select Station Router for Z‐14001 and Station Masquerade for
Z‐14002 in the Mode of Operation (Figure 26). Press the Next
button at the bottom of the window to continue.
8.
Continue through the configuration screens setting the Station
Router/Masquerade addressing to match the IP address ranges
for your network. For help with setting the router addressing
please refer to Router Address Examples later in this chapter.
9.
Verify the encryption settings are correct for the 802.11 AP
network in which the EtherStation modem will be working and
press the Finish button to return to the configuration page.
10. Verify all ESTeem modems are connected to the same switch as
the computer running the ENC Utility and send the
Figure 26: Mode of Operation Selection
configuration to all modems at the same time by selecting
ESTeem>ESTeem Configuration>Send Configuration to All
ESTeems. Once the ENC Utility has downloaded the configuration for both ESTeem Horizons, the status box around the
ESTeems will change from yellow to blue. This indicates that the configuration was completed successfully and the ESTeem
Horizons are ready to be installed in the application.
802.11 Access Point Modes (Figures 6‐8)
Access Point Bridge, Router or Masquerade Modes
Configuring the ESTeem Horizon as an Access Point for
802.11 clients (as seen Figures 6‐8) is exactly the same as
configuration for AP Bridge, AP Router and AP
Masquerade as shown above. The only difference being
that a wireless link is only added between ESTeem
Horizons where a wireless connection is necessary. In
figures 6 and 7 there would be no wireless link listed in
the ENC Utility. In figure 8, the configuration would be
exactly as shown in Figure 2 with the addition of the
mobile clients in the network.
The 802.11 clients will use the SSID configured during the
setup of the network with the ENC Utility. The
encryption will be set at the factory default settings for
clients (WPA PSK). To adjust the encryption type, right‐
mouse click on the ESTeem icon and select
Change>Change ESTeem Encryption (Figure 27).
Figure 27: Encryption Configuration
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ROUTER ADDRESSING EXAMPLES
The following are examples of the IP addressing and subnets required for the ESTeem Router modes.
Point to Point Access Point Router to Station Router
AP Router
Station Router
Wireless IP Address:
Netmask:
172.16.1.6
255.255.0.0
Default Route:
Ethernet IP Address:
172.17.1.6
172.17.1.6
Netmask:
Wireless IP Address:
Netmask:
Default Route:
255.255.0.0
Static Route:
172.16.2.22
255.255.0.0
172.16.1.6
Ethernet IP Address:
172.20.2.22
Netmask:
255.255.0.0
172.20.0.0
255.255.0.0
gateway:
172.16.2.22
Device
Device
IP address:
Netmask:
Default gateway
172.17.X.X
255.255.0.0
172.17.1.6
IP address:
172.20.X.X
Netmask:
255.255.0.0
Default gateway
172.20.2.22
Figure 28: AP Router Addressing Example
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Stand‐Alone Access Point Router and Single Station Router
Computer
IP Address = 172.17.1.1
Netmask = 255.255.0.0
Default Route = 172.17.1.6
ESTeem Horizon in Access Point
Router Mode
Ethernet IP Address = 172.17.1.6
Wireless IP Address 172.16.1.6
Netmask = 255.255.0.0
Default Route = 172.17.1.6
Note: Wireless Networks and
Station Devices Must Be on
Separate Subnets
Static Routes
Routes for 172.18.0.0 network use
gateway 172.16.2.20
ESTeem Horizon in
Station Router Mode
Netmask 255.255.0.0
Wireless IP Address
172.16.2.20
Ethernet IP Address
172.18.2.20
Gateway(Route)
172.16.1.6
Connected Ethernet Devices
IP Address 172.18.X.X
Netmask 255.255.0.0
Gateway (Route) =
172.18.2.20
Figure 29: Station Router Addressing Example
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Stand‐Alone Access Point Router with Multiple Station Routers
ESTeem Horizon in
Station Router Mode
Netmask 255.255.0.0
Wireless IP Address
172.16.2.21
Ethernet IP Address
172.19.2.20
Gateway(Route)
172.16.1.6
Connected Ethernet
Devices
IP Address 172.19.X.X
Netmask 255.255.0.0
Gateway (Route) =
172.19.2.20
ESTeem Horizon in Access Point
Bridge Mode
Bridge IP Address = 172.16.1.7
Netmask = 255.255.0.0
Default Route = 172.16.1.6
Connected Ethernet Devices
IP Address 172.16.X.X
Netmask 255.255.0.0
Gateway (Route) = 172.16.1.6
ESTeem Horizon in
Station Router
Mode
Netmask 255.255.0.0
Wireless IP Address
172.16.2.22
Ethernet IP Address
172.20.2.20
Gateway(Route)
172.16.1.6
ESTeem Horizon in Station Router Mode
Netmask 255.255.0.0
Wireless IP Address 172.16.2.20
Ethernet IP Address
172.18.2.20
Gateway(Route) 172.16.1.6
Connected Ethernet
Devices
IP Address 172.18.X.X
Netmask 255.255.0.0
Gateway (Route) =
172.18.2.20
Note: Wireless Networks
and Station Devices
Must Be on Separate
Subnets
Blockage
ESTeem Horizon in Access Point
Router Mode
Ethernet IP Address = 172.17.1.6
Wireless IP Address 172.16.1.6
Netmask = 255.255.0.0
Default Route = 172.17.1.6
Static Routes
Routes for 172.18.0.0 network use gateway 172.16.2.20
Routes for 172.19.0.0 network use gateway 172.16.2.21
Routes for 172.20.0.0 network use gateway 172.16.2.22
Routes for 172.16.0.0 network use gateway 172.16.1.6
Blockage
Connected Ethernet
Devices
IP Address
172.20.X.X
Netmask
255.255.0.0
Gateway (Route) =
172.20.2.20
Connected Ethernet Devices
IP Address 172.17.X.X
Netmask 255.255.0.0
Gateway (Route) = 172.17.1.6
Figure 30: Complete Router Addressing Example
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ESTeem Network Configuration Utility (ENC)
The ESTeem Network Configuration (ENC) Utility is a software program designed to greatly simplify the configuration of your
Horizon wireless Ethernet network. The ENC Utility will allow graphical, point‐and‐click configuration of your network routing,
then configure each ESTeem wireless modem for the network as designed (Figure 1). The ENC Utility will eliminate the need to
program or update each ESTeem wireless modem individually. The ENC Utility can send all wireless modem configuration changes
simultaneously to a new or existing network.
Figure 1: ESTeem Network Configuration Utility
The ENC Utility will be used for all wireless network programming in this User’s Manual. For detailed instructions on the use of
the ESTeem Network Configuration (ENC) Utility please refer the ENC Utility User’s Guide available on the ESTeem Resource CD or
in the application itself.
ESTeem Discovery Utility
The ESTeem Discovery Utility will allow you to configure the IP address on the Horizon
radio to match your network regardless of its current IP subnet. This utility will also allow
you to update the software in the Horizon and open the web configuration for that
wireless modem.
Technical Tip: If your computer is
configured for DHCP and not
attached to the network, you will
need to assign a static IP address
to program the Horizon.
Installation
The Discovery Utility can be downloaded from the ESTeem web site (http://www.esteem.com) or is available on the
Software Resource media that was shipped with the Horizon radios.
1. The Discovery Utility is a Java™ based application compatible with any computer operating system (Window,
Linux, etc). The application requires two (2) additional support files to operate:
Java – Downloadable from http://www.java.com. The version required will be based upon your operating system.
Note: The installation and updates from Java may try and install additional web browser toolbars. Uncheck the
optional installation if they are not desired.
WinPcap – Downloadable from http://www.winpcap.org/. The version required will be based upon your
operating system.
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2. Once both the above programs have been installed, save the ESTeem.exe file to any location on your computer
such as the Desktop. Double click the ESTeem.exe program and Figure 2 will be displayed.
Figure 2: ESTeem Discovery Utility
3. Connect the Horizon modem to your computer either directly to the Ethernet card or through a Switch using a
CAT‐5e Ethernet cable. The Ethernet port supports Auto‐Negotiation, so either a patch cable or crossover cable
will work. Press the Discover EST Modems button.
4. The ESTeem Horizon will be displayed (Figure 3). If the ESTeem Horizon is not on the same IP subnet as the
computer, double click on the IP, Netmask or Gateway and make the necessary changes. Press the Apply Changes
button when complete.
Figure 3: ESTeem Discovery Utility
5. If changes were made to the IP address, you will need to press the Discover EST Modems button again to show
the changes. Right‐mouse click on the Horizon and select Configure Radio button to begin programming.
Figure 4: Opening Radio Configuration Software
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Firmware Updates
To update firmware on any ESTeem Horizon that is shown on the Discovery program, “right‐mouse” click on the Horizon’s MAC
address and select Update Firmware from the menu (Figure 5). There are two firmware update options available, “Normal” and
“Congestion Aware”. Select Normal for most updates and use Congestion Aware when sending the update over the wireless link
on a busy network. Once you locate the update file, select the Open button and the Horizon will update, validate and then reboot
with the updated operating system.
Figure 5: Discovery Features Menu
Opening Web Browser
To quickly open a web browser page to the IP address programmed in the Horizon, “right‐
mouse” click on the Horizon’s MAC address and select Configure radio from the menu (Figure
5). If your computer is configured for the same IP subnet at the ESTeem Horizon wireless
modem, you will be asked to sign in with the Username and Password (Figure 6). You can now
begin programming the Horizon for your application.
Technical Tip: The default
Username and Password is
“admin” (all lower case).
Example
Username: admin
Password: admin
Figure 6: ESTeem Web Page Log‐on Screen
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SETTING LOCAL TIME
The ESTeem Horizon will be shipped from the factory with the internal real‐time clock set to Pacific Time. To change the clock
settings to the local time for accurate log file entries:
2.
Select Advanced from the top
Menu, select Global Settings>Set
System Time (Figure 7) from the
menu and press the Next button
to continue.
3.
Select the correct date and time
from the drop‐down menus
(Figure 8) and press the Set
System Time button to save the
time to the real time clock.
Figure 7: Advanced Features Screen
Figure 8: Advanced Features Screen
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CONFIGURING TIME SERVER
Enabling NTP time synchronization services on the Horizon will allow usage of time services from upstream services to keep the
time on the system accurate.
To allow time synchronization, the Horizon must be configured with the NTP Daemon enabled and the appropriate IP address of
the upstream network NTP server.
1.
Select Advanced from the menu items and Global Variables (Figure 7).
2.
Press the Next button and Figure 9 will be displayed. At the bottom of the page are the NTP server configurations.
3.
The NTP daemon is enabled by selecting ON for NTP Client (Figure 9). When enabled, the NTP daemon will use time
services from upstream services to keep the time on this system accurate.
4.
Next, the NTP Server should be configured to “On,” if you want to allow the system to provide NTP service for clients
wishing time synchronization (Figure 9).
5.
The final step in configuring NTP services is to enter the IP address or the host name of the upstream NTP server. Once
configuration is complete, press the Accept button.
6.
To complete the configuration, select “Commit and Reboot.” The Horizon will now commit the configuration changes
and reboot.
Figure 9: NTP Settings
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VLAN OPERATION
Virtual LAN (VLAN) systems are rapidly becoming the desired configuration on larger Ethernet networks. The ESTeem Horizon
software will allow the Ethernet modems to transparently pass the VLAN packets for these networks. The Horizon currently can
not be used as a VLAN switch, but will pass VLAN tagged Ethernet packets through the wireless bridge.
IGMP SNOOPING
Internet Group Management Protocol (IGMP) Snooping allows the ESTeem Horizon to operate more efficiently in networks with
high Multicast (UDP, etc.) traffic. IGMP Snooping will define the destination for the Multicast traffic and send the data to the
correct wireless Ethernet modem, not the entire network. This limiting of Multicast traffic to specific destinations greatly increases
the overall network efficiency.
The problem with using multicast traffic over a wireless connection is that multicast packets do not require an Acknowledge on
the protocol layer. If the wireless network misses a data packet on the RF network, that multicast data packet is lost.
Theory of Operation
There are two types of Ethernet packets on a network, unicast and multicast. Unicast is intended for exactly one recipient (and
ignored by all others). Multicast is intended to be received by multiple recipients. Interested parties can listen for particular
multicast packets, but most nodes ignore it. In any case, the network medium is still utilized no matter how many nodes are
listening. Broadcast packets are a special type of multicast traffic which all nodes always receive. These are particularly useful for
global announcements (Hey, I'm Alice!) and queries (Hey, I'm Alice and I'm looking for Bob!). More relevantly, it is how hosts on
a network find out each other's addresses, and are absolutely crucial to the proper functioning of a network.
As the network grows physically, it encounters some growing pains. The first is more physical, relating to the cabling limitations.
Bridges solve this problem by joining two physical networks together so they appear to be a single large network. Through use of
bridges, a network can scale to hundreds or even thousands of hosts. There is a downside, however. Well before the physical
limitations of bridging hit, you start to run into efficiency problems, as all traffic has to travel everywhere on the network. The raw
carrying capacity of this shared medium, often referred to as bandwidth, is the second scaling problem.
Smart bridges, or switches, help alleviate the bandwidth problem by only passing traffic across the bridge if the destination host
was on the other side. This greatly increases the capacity and efficiency of the network by allowing two pairs of hosts
communicating simultaneously on each side of the switched bridge. Only when the packet needs to go to the other side is both
mediums utilized simultaneously for the same packet.
Unfortunately, broadcast and multicast traffic by its very nature must always be relayed across the bridge. While the number of
network nodes may grow linearly, the multicast traffic tends to grow exponentially. This isn't generally a problem for wired
networks, as they have a considerable amount of bandwidth to spare, but wireless networks have, at best, an order of magnitude
less bandwidth to begin with. If a wireless network is bridged with a wired network, while the absolute numbers are the same, a
much higher proportion of the wireless network’s available bandwidth is used up by multicast traffic. This effect is further
magnified if multiple wireless repeaters are in use.
The preferred way of dealing with excess multicast traffic is to put the wireless network on a different sub‐network (subnet) and
use a router to join it to the wired network. This ensures that only unicast traffic intended for the wireless network crosses over,
as multicast and broadcast traffic stays within its local subnet. Normally this is fine, but there are times where you need multicast
traffic to span subnets. For IP traffic, this can be obviated by using a multicast‐capable router, but for legacy multicast protocols
that were not designed to be routed, another solution must be found.
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There are two primary types of communication networks used in wireless Ethernet systems; fixed points communicating to each
other through an Ethernet Bridge and mobile devices communicating to these fixed points. The fixed point Ethernet bridge
communication in the Horizon is through Repeater Peer links, while the mobile communication is from the Client modes
(EtherStation, Station Router and Station Masquerade) to the Access Points (Fixed Locations) in the network. Each of these
networks handles Multicast traffic differently as explained below.
Ethernet Bridge Mode (with Peers)
When the ESTeem Horizon is configured as a peer, all multicast traffic is “wrapped” in a Unicast frame and sent to all other repeater
peers. (Figure 10) This operation allows the ESTeem network to receive an acknowledge packet and retransmit the data if the
packet is lost during transmission. This unicast encapsulation will work regardless if the protocol can support IGMP or not.
Figure 10: Repeater Peer Operation
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Ethernet Bridge Mode (Repeater Peers) With IGMP Snooping
When the ESTeem Horizon is configured as a repeater peer, IGMP Snooping is enabled and the network supports IGMP protocol,
the Horizon will begin to identify the connected Ethernet devices using Multicast transmissions and report this information to the
network. As this process continues, all sites that have Multicast traffic on the wireless network will only send these requests to
the specific ESTeem reporting the Ethernet device (see Figure 11).
Figure 11: Repeater Peer with IGMP Enabled
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Enabling IGMP Snooping
To enable the ESTeem Horizon for IGMP Snooping, select Advanced>Bridge Variables and press the Next Button (Figure 15). Select
IGMP Snoop to On, press the Accept Button and then Commit and Reboot.
Figure 12: IGMP Enabled
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Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP)
The ESTeem Horizon supports SNMP Version 1 (SNMPv1) and Version 2 (SNMPv2c) protocol. This protocol enables any SNMP
server to view the status of the wireless network while the system is in operation. The following are a list of the Management
Information Base (MIB) items that are supported in the ESTeem Horizon and their MIB location:
MIB Name
MIB Directory Location
Notes
System Temperature
Uptime
ModemID
Serial Number
Model
Firmware Version
System Mode
Free Memory
Idle CPU
EST‐MIB::sysInternalTemp.0
HOST‐RESOURCES‐MIB::hrSystemUptime.0
EST‐MIB::sysIdentifier.0
EST‐MIB::sysSerialNumber.0
EST‐MIB::sysModel.0
EST‐MIB::sysFirmwareRevision.0
EST‐MIB::sysMode.0
UCD‐SNMP‐MIB::memTotalFree.0
UCD‐SNMP‐MIB::ssCpuIdle.0
in C * 1000
System Update
User‐specified “nickname” for ESTeem
ESTeem serial number
ESTeem model number
Firmware revision
AP_BRIDGE/STA_ETHERSTA, etc
Total Free Memory
Percentage of CPU Idle
[[ per‐interface ]]
IP Address
Port Speed
Port Status
Mac Address
IF‐MIB::ifAddress
IF‐MIB::ifSpeed
IF‐MIB::ifOperStatus
IF‐MIB::ifPhysAddress
[[ per‐wlandev entry ]]
Device Name
MAC Address
EST‐MIB::wirelessDevicesNumber.0
EST‐MIB::wirelessDeviceTable.1.wName.1
EST‐MIB::wirelessDeviceTable.1.wMacAddress.1
Mode
Frequency
Bandwidth
SSID
BSSID
Operational Rates
Basic Rates
EST‐MIB::wirelessDeviceTable.1.wMode.1
EST‐MIB::wirelessDeviceTable.1.wFreq.1
EST‐MIB::wirelessDeviceTable.1.wBandwidth.1
EST‐MIB::wirelessDeviceTable.1.wSSID.1
EST‐MIB::wirelessDeviceTable.1.wBSSID.1
EST‐MIB::wirelessDeviceTable.1.wOpRates.1
EST‐MIB::wirelessDeviceTable.1.wBasRates.1
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Wireless Port Identification
Name of device (wlan0 standard)
MAC address of WLAN port
Current Mode ap=access point, sta=station
mode and airscope
Frequency in MHz
Bandwidth (5, 10, or 20 MHz if used)
Service Set Identification
Basic Service Set Identification
List of RF Data Rates in Rate Set
List of RF Basic Rates for status messages
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All entries in the Peer Table will have a
device entry index, both ESTeem and
other wireless devices
Total number of peer entries in table
[[ peer table entry ]]
EST‐MIB::wirelessPeersNumber.0
wlan device
Peer MAC Address
isRepeater?
isAP?
isAssocSta?
EST‐MIB::wirelessPeerTable.1.pDevice.1
EST‐MIB::wirelessPeerTable.1.pMacAddr.1
EST‐MIB::wirelessPeerTable.1.pRepeater.1
EST‐MIB::wirelessPeerTable.1.pAP.1
EST‐MIB::wirelessPeerTable.1.pAssoc.1
isAdhoc?
Frequency
current rate set
last rx signal
last rx noise
BSSID
SSID
isValid?
EST‐MIB::wirelessPeerTable.1.pAdhoc.1
EST‐MIB::wirelessPeerTable.1.pFreq.1
EST‐MIB::wirelessPeerTable.1.pCurRates.1
EST‐MIB::wirelessPeerTable.1.pSignal.1
EST‐MIB::wirelessPeerTable.1.pNoise.1
EST‐MIB::wirelessPeerTable.1.pBssid.1
EST‐MIB::wirelessPeerTable.1.pSSID.1
EST‐MIB::wirelessPeerTable.1.pCurrent.1
last rx
EST‐MIB::wirelessPeerTable.1.pLastRxl.1
last tx
current tx rate
EST‐MIB::wirelessPeerTable.1.pLastTx.1
EST‐MIB::wirelessPeerTable.1.pCurrentRate.1
index into the wirelessDeviceTable (each
entry will have a unique number
MAC address of peer
Is the peer an ESTeem repeater
Is the peer an Access Point
Is the peer an Mobile Client
Is the peer an AdHoc Station (802.11
only)
Frequency in MHz
Current Operating Rates
Receive Signal in –dBm
Background Noise in –dBm
Basic Service Set ID (In Hex)
SSID in Text
True if peer info is for a “current” peer.
seconds since last received packet from
peer
seconds since last transmitted packet to
peer
current tx rate in bps.
Downloading MIB Tables
To download the MIB items listed above and import into your SNMP server, log into any ESTeem Horizon and select the About
page (Figure 16). Press the Download MIB Files hyperlink on the page and save the files to your computer.
Figure 16: MIB Table Download
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WEB CONFIGURATION
The ESTeem Horizon Web Configuration Manager is an internal web server that will allow setup, monitoring and diagnostics of all
operating parameters in the Horizon. The Horizon can be configured using any current web browser software such as Internet
Explorer, Mozilla, FireFox or Google Chrome®.
LOGGING ON TO THE ESTeem WEB PAGE
1.
Using your Web Browser connect to the Horizon Web Page with the IP
Address that you have assigned it in Chapter 3.
2. You will now see the Log‐on Menu on Figure 1. To enter the Horizon Top
Menu you will need to log into the system with a User Name and Password.
3.
For the User Name enter admin and press the Enter key (). The
User Name is defined at the factory and is not changeable.
4.
Enter your Password and press the Enter key ().
Figure 1: ESTeem Web Page Log‐on Screen
Technical Tip: If this is the first time
the Horizon has been programmed
and the Password was not changed
from the factory default values, the
factory default Password is also
admin.
5. After Log‐in the next screen
displayed will be the Horizon Top Menu page (Figure 2). This example screen shows the
Top Menu screen.
Note: Throughout the Configuration Manager are Help Screens that can be accessed
for further information on each item.
Figure 2: Top Menu Screen
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WEB CONFIGURATION MANAGER SECTIONS
The following sections will describe the features in each of the main and sub menu items in the web pages. For step‐by‐step
examples of how to configure the Horizon in different Modes of Operation, please refer to Chapter 3 – Example Applications.
Top Menu
The Top Menu will be the default web page for the Horizon Web Configuration Manager (Figure 2). This section will display the
current configuration summary for the Horizon and allow changing of the default password. This page will also display the Modem
ID field that can be used to easily identify the Horizon you are programming. This Modem ID field can be set to any text
combination for example, location name, GPS coordinates or addresses.
Setting the Modem ID
1.
The Modem ID field can be adjusted under
the Global Variables of the Advanced Menu
tab. Select Global Variables and press the
Next button. Figure 3 will be displayed.
2.
Scroll to the bottom of the Global Variables
window and enter the text you would like
displayed in the Modem ID field (Figure 4).
When complete, press the Save Settings
button and the Commit Changes button on
the next screen to save the name to the
Horizon.
Figure 3: Global Variables Screen
Figure 4: Modem ID Field in Global Variables Screen
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Status Menu
The Status Menu provides a summary of the current mode of operation, system time, processor usage, internal temperature and
status of the communication links to other wireless devices. An example is shown below in Figure 5. Most of the communication
troubleshooting is done in this section of the Web Configuration Manager.
Figure 5: Status Screen
Peer Status Table
The Peer Status submenu lists the connected wireless devices (Horizon’s or 802.11 clients), their signal strength, data rate and
time of last packet sent. Press the View Peer Table link and Repeater Peer Status Table will be displayed (Figure 6). For a detailed
analysis of the information provided in this table, please review Appendix E – Troubleshooting.
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Associated Station – This section will list all the associated stations that are attached to the Access Point. These could be other
Horizon’s in one of the three Client modes or 802.11 devices.
Peers – This section will list all connected Horizon peers (Ethernet Bridge links) by their Wireless MAC address. For detailed
information on peer links, bridging and wireless Mesh, see Chapter 7 – Wireless Bridging and Mesh Features.
Access Points – This section will list all other 802.11 Access Points that are sharing the operating channel (frequency) of the Horizon.
You can also note that the Peers listed above are also included in this list.
Figure 6: Peer Table Screen
System Log Screen
The Log Screen is a trouble‐shooting tool that shows the current log of Horizon system messages. See Figure 7. The System Details
button will display a more detailed system diagnostic that may be requested by ESTeem technical support.
Figure 7: System Log Screen
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Setup Screen
The Setup screen allows the step‐by‐step configuration of the Horizon using the Web Configuration Manager (Figure 8). Please
see Chapter 3 for complete description on Modes of Operation and example system configurations.
Figure 8: Setup Screen
Advanced Configuration Screen
The Advanced screen allows the user to access all configuration parameters. The parameters are grouped based upon their
variable. It is recommended that only advanced users of the Horizon enter this section unless instructed by ESTeem technical
support. See Figure 9.
Figure 9: Advanced Features Screen
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Backup Screen
The Backup Screen saves the current configuration in the Horizon to a file on the computer or network. See Figure 10. Pressing
the Backup Button will create a configuration file that can be saved to the computer. This saved file can then be later opened, if
necessary, by the Restore menu to quickly replace a Horizon with a spare modem.
Figure 10: Backup Screen
Restore Screen
The Restore screen is used to restore the Horizon to factory defaults, return to the last saved configuration or to access the
configuration files that were backed up to the computer. See Figure 11.
Figure 11: Restore Setting Screen
Factory Default – Returns the Horizon to all factory default values.
Last Committed Changes – This button will remove any changes to the modem that have been done since the last committed
changes. The last committed changes will be read from the Flash file and reset in the Horizon.
File – Pressing this button will bring up a
selection of where the restore file was
saved during the Backup (Figure 12). Select
“Upload via web browser” to browse for
files saved on a local computer or select
“Download from an http or ftp URL” for
files saved on a network or over the
Internet.
Figure 12: Restore from Local File Screen
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Software Update Screen
The Software Update feature allows the user to update the latest Horizon operating system software from a file supplied by the
factory or the Internet to the Horizon’s flash memory. To upload from a file on your computer, select Upload via web browser and
a file selection window will be displayed. To upload directly from the Internet, select Download from an http or ftp URL and enter
the site address. See Figure 13.
Figure 13: Software Update Screen
System Reboot Screen
The Reboot screen allows the user to reset the Horizon. See Figure 14.
Figure 14: System Reboot Screen
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Using The RS‐232 Programming Port
The RS‐232 Programming Port will provide a limited set critical programming features such as setting the IP address or restoring
the Horizon radio to factory faults. Any terminal emulation program that can run with VT100 emulation can be used for this
configuration of the ESTeem Horizon. Any RS‐232 terminal program (such as PuTTY ‐ http://www.putty.org ) will work. Configure
your RS‐232 port for a Baud Rate to 38,400, Data Bits to 8, Parity to None, Stop Bits to 1 and Handshaking to None. Once your
Horizon has an IP address, you can attach the ESTeem to your network and use the Web Configuration Manager (Chapter 5 for
complete details) for further programming.
Programming Using the RS‐232 Programming Port
1. Connect the serial cable (EST P/N: AA0621.1) between the RS‐232 connector (RJ‐45) on the Horizon’s RS‐232 Programming
Port to the serial port on the computer.
2. If your computer is configured properly, you will see the ESTeem Horizon booting sequence on your Terminal Emulation
program. Once the ESTeem boot sequence is complete (approximately 60 seconds) you will receive this message:
“Please press Enter to active this console.”
If you don’t see this message press the Reset button on the front panel of the Horizon and/or check the programming of your
RS‐232 port.
3. Press the Enter key and you will be at the Configuration Menu Horizon login prompt. See Figure 1.
4. To enter the Horizon Main Menu you will need to log into the system with a login name and password.
5. If this is not the first time configuration of the Horizon, see your network systems administrator for the password.
6. At the Horizon login prompt type admin for the login name and press the Enter key (). The login name is defined at
the factory and is not changeable by the user. Note that all characters are lower case.
If this is the first time the Horizon has been programmed or the Password was not changed from the factory default values, the
factory default password is also admin. Enter admin for the password and press the Enter key ().
Figure 1: RS‐232 Port Log‐in Screen
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7.
To set the IP address in the ESTeem Horizon, type the letter “A” and press the Enter key. Enter the value for the IP address,
Netmask and default route pressing the Enter key after each entry.
Figure 2: RS‐232 Welcome Screen
8.
After the basic parameters have been entered into the Horizon you will need to commit the changes to the Horizon (Figure
3). Press the C key and then Enter. The changes will be saved to flash memory. You can use programming features in the
ESTeem Web Configuration Manager to configure the unit for your application.
Figure 3: RS‐232 Welcome Screen
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Using The RS‐232 Data Port
The ESTeem Horizon has a serial data port that can provide RS‐232 communication between two or more serial devices using the
wireless broadband link. The serial data is encapsulated and transferred as a standard Ethernet packet over an operating Horizon
wireless Ethernet system. The configuration for a serial Horizon network will be the same as an Ethernet or a serial (RS‐232) based
communication network.
The serial interface option can be used to link two or more serial devices in a new or existing system. The serial data has very little
impact on the network bandwidth and will allow for both Ethernet and serial applications simultaneously. A possible application
would be installation of the Horizon in an existing serial based network that was looking for future upgrade to an Ethernet based
system. Another would be using the high‐bandwidth Ethernet connections to provide a link to remote video hardware while also
providing a serial link to the existing PLC in a SCADA type application.
Serial Connections
The RJ‐45 serial data port is the far‐left port on the face of the
Horizon (Figure 4). Using the ESTeem AA0621.1 interface
cable, the Horizon can be connected to a standard DTE‐
device (PC) with a male 9‐pin Sub‐D connector. The complete
cable configuration is available in Appendix C – Interface
Ports.
Figure 4: Horizon Front Panel Overview
Serial Configuration
Configuration of the serial port is done in Advanced>Serial Port Settings. Select Serial Port Settings>RS‐232 and press the Next
button, the Serial Port Setup screen (Figure 5) will be displayed. Each section in the Serial Port Setup screen is described in detail
with the following:
Data Serial Port
Enabling the serial data port allows the modem to send RS‐232 data over the broadband wireless connection established with the
ESTeem repeater peers. The modem can be configured in a point‐to‐point or point‐to‐multipoint system. Select Yes if you wish
to enable the serial data port.
Serial Mode
There are two distinct modes of operation for the serial port in the Horizon. The Redirector mode will provide two‐way serial
communication between two or more serial devices, while the Terminal Server mode will allow serial communication to a specific
remote site by connecting through telnet or SSH. Select one of the following modes of operation:
Full Redirector Mode ‐ This mode allows bi‐directional RS‐232 data communication with other ESTeem Horizon’s. The RS‐232 data
transmission will appear transparent to the connected devices as if a serial cable is connected between the two ports. This mode
will also be used in a multi‐point serial network were all serial devices will need bi‐directional communication (Figure 6).
Terminal Server Mode ‐ This mode of operation translates RS‐232 serial data into a network‐oriented terminal protocol, such as
telnet or SSH. This mode would be selected if an interactive RS‐232 session at remote locations is desired over the wireless
Ethernet link.
Serial Baud Rate
Select the data rate of the RS‐232 connection to match your serial device.
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Figure 5: Serial Configuration Screen
Serial Data Bits
Select the number of data bits on the RS‐232 connection to match your serial device.
Serial Stop Bits
Select the number of stop bits on the RS‐232 connection to match your serial device.
Serial Parity
Select the parity of the RS‐232 connection to match your serial device.
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Serial Flow Control
Select the type of data flow control used on the RS‐232 connection. The ESTeem can support Hardware flow control (RTS/CTS
control lines) or Software Flow Control (XON/XOFF). Select None if no serial flow control is necessary.
Serial Multicast TTL (Maximum Bridge Links for Multicast Packets)
This value sets the maximum number of Ethernet bridge links that the multicast packets will be sent through when used in a multi‐
point system. A multi‐point serial network uses multicast packets (UDP) to send the data to more than one remote ESTeem. You
want to limit the number of network bridge links that these UDP packets will be passed through to make the network more
efficient.
If you are using multiple ESTeem repeater links to send the serial data to remote locations, the value for the maximum bridge link
needs to be increased to a number greater than the longest repeater chain. For example, if you are using four repeater (peer)
links to send the serial data between two or more sites the number will need to be five (5) or greater (Figure 4).
Destination IP Address
The ESTeem configured for the correct destination IP and port number will send and receive the serial data from another modem.
Set the destination IP address for the ESTeem where the serial data will be sent. If sending to more than one ESTeem (Multipoint)
set to a multicast address (i.e 224.0.0.1).
Note: If you are using the ESTeem Horizon in a multipoint application (multicast), you must have default Gateway configured in
the ESTeem set to the IP address of the Root Bridge modem.
Destination Port
The ESTeem configured for the correct destination IP and port number will send and receive the serial data from another modem.
Set the IP port numbers to match where the serial data will be sent. The serial data will not be sent if both the IP address and port
number is not correct.
Maximum Packet Size
This number represents the maximum size of the serial data packet in bytes. If the number of bytes of data in the serial port buffer
exceeds the maximum packet size before the timer or delimiter character is reached, the ESTeem will send forward the serial
packet. For example, if the maximum packet size is set to a value of 100, when the serial port receives 100 bytes the data will be
sent through the wireless connection.
Dwell Time (Number of Milliseconds for Packetization)
This number represents the time the ESTeem will hold data in the serial data buffer before sending to the remote ESTeem. This
feature is generally used if the serial data does not have a consistent packet length or delimiter character. For example, if the
number of milliseconds is set to a value of 10 the ESTeem will monitor the incoming serial data stream and any break in characters
longer than 10 milliseconds will cause the data will be sent through the wireless connection.
Delimiter Characters
Enabling and specifying a delimiter character will transmit the data in the serial buffer when the delimiter character is recognized
in the serial data stream. There are two unique delimiter characters that can be configured and enabled independently.
Modem Control Lines
Enabling this feature will allow the ESTeem in the Terminal Server mode to read and generate modem control lines to the
connected device.
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Figure 6: Serial Full Redirector Example
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BRIDGE LINKS AND MESH
To increase the wireless network’s area of coverage for
both indoor and outdoor applications, the Horizon utilizes
a custom meshing feature that allows increased coverage
areas without the added expense of hard cabling or
adding an additional point to point radio link.
With a conventional IEEE 802.11 (Wi‐Fi) Access Point (AP)
network, all of the APs have to be interfaced to a common
Figure 1: Conventional Access Point Diagram
network either by hardwire, see Figure 1, or a separate,
dedicated RF backbone. The Model Horizon can create this RF backbone, bridge Ethernet networks connected to the wired
Ethernet port and provide the wireless canopy for 802.11 clients simultaneously.
When programmed in any of the three Access Point (AP) Modes (Bridge, Router or Masquerade), the Horizon will create a wireless
network with other Horizon units in radio range that are programmed in the Peer table during setup. This feature adds the
increased functionality of repeaters to the typical Ethernet Bridge configuration.
ESTeem Mesh Network
One of the most powerful features of the AP Peer Mode
is the ability to input multiple communication routes and
designate the priority for each of these routes to create a
wireless Mesh network. The ESTeem Horizon will
automatically change communication routes in the
network if a route has failed. The new route will be based
upon the priority level set during configuration. This
wireless Meshing technology allows the RF network to
“self‐heal” if any of the communication paths fail.
The routing priority is manually set during the
configuration of the Horizon.
A manual path
configuration is far superior to standard “self‐discovery”
networks, because you have direct control over the best
RF paths and can easily identify any failed routes for easy
troubleshooting. For example, Figure 2 shows a typical
Figure 2: Small Mesh Network Diagram
wireless Ethernet system used in the Water/Waste Water
Industry. The problem with a standard “self‐discovery”
Mesh network is the selection of routes. Notice that the communication between the Water Plant (Site A) and Pump Site D has a
marginal link, but it is the most direct route between the Ethernet devices.
This scenario poses the question, which path will the network select? The ESTeem Mesh Network takes out the guessing games
by allowing the user to select and prioritize all communication routes in the system. In our example we would want the primary
link to go through Tank B (Repeater) and use the direct link only if this primary link fails. The following sections will show how this
completed.
Configuration
The configuration of the wireless paths is completed during setup of the Access Point modes. All three Access Point modes support
repeating and Meshing features. The Mesh network configuration using the ESTeem Network Configuration (ENC) Utility is shown
in detail in Chapter 3 of this User’s Manual.
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You can also configure the Mesh networking directly through the web configuration setup (Chapter 5). Figure 3 shows an example
repeater peer table from the setup menus. For the Horizon to communicate with another Horizon, select Yes must at Enable Peer
Capability. Next, the Serial Number or Wireless LAN (WLAN) MAC address of each Horizon that will have direct communications
must be added to the Peer List. Finally, enabling the link allows the corresponding Horizon to be included in the communication
routing. Mobile clients do not require input in the repeater peer table. If multiple Mesh routes are configured, you will also need
to set the values for Priority and Path Costs (explained in Rapid Spanning Tree below). For multiple examples of repeater
configurations, please refer to Chapter 3 of this user’s manual.
Figure 3: Repeater Configuration Example
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Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol (RSTP)
The ESTeem Horizon uses standard Ethernet Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol (RSTP) to determine the radio routing structure of the
wireless network. The primary purpose of RSTP is to make sure that “network loops” are not created. A network loop is having
two communication paths to the same destination where the remote device would receive the same data multiple times. If there
were no way to control the data flow, this data would be constantly passed around this loop causing a “packet storm” that would
shut down the entire network. The Spanning Tree Protocol will block all these redundant links.
The RSTP operation begins by determining which Ethernet device on the network will be the Root Bridge. All Ethernet networks
have a Root Bridge that is selected by the lowest MAC address. All path costs are evaluated against this Root Bridge device to
determine routing and which paths will be blocked. On a wired Ethernet network, the location of the Root Bridge is not really
important, but in a wireless network selection of the Root Bridge is critical to the wireless network routing. Let’s use one of the
Example network diagrams from Chapter 3 to continue the discussion (Figure 4).
HUB or Switch
Stand-Alone Repeater Site
Example #2
S/N: E-14002
WLAN MAC= 00:04:3F:00:09:05
10/100BaseT
Primar
y Repe
ater Pa
th
Access Point Router
Network
Router
(Required)
with Repeater
Feature Enabled
Access Point Bridge
with Repeater
Feature Enabled
ku
ac
te
ea
ep
th
Pa
EtherStation
Mode
Mobile Vehicle
Single Ethernet Device
Example #4
S/N: 14004
r Path
Primary Repeate
Plant Network
Large Wired LAN
Example #1
S/N: E-14001
WLAN MAC=00:04:3F:00:09:01
Remote Building
Small Ethernet Wired LAN
Example #3
S/N: E-14003
WLAN MAC=00:04:3F:00:09:10
10/100BaseT
Mobile
PLC
Access Point Bridge
with Repeater
Feature Enabled
Figure 4: Programming Example #1 Diagram
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RSTP Phases
The following sections describe the process of the RSTP in the ESTeem Horizon as how it would happen in the above example.
Learning Phase ‐ Once properly configured, each Horizon will begin to search out the other Horizon units in radio range that are
programmed in the AP Repeater Peer table. All Horizon’s will calculate their routes to every Horizon in the network based upon
the lowest “path length” to the Root Bridge. Path length is the total number of wireless links (repeater peer links) to transmit a
packet through the wireless network to the Root Bridge. Note: The Root Bridge in a network should be the Horizon where the
majority of the data flow is processed. In every wireless network of two or more radios, the Root Bridge should be user defined.
If not defined, the Horizon with the lowest MAC address will be designated as the Root Bridge.
In Figure 4, the Plant network (Example 1) is the most logical location for the Root Bridge based upon the amount of data flow.
Setting this site as the root bridge is discussed below in Root Bridge.
Blocking and Forwarding Phase – To ensure you do not have a network loop situation due to redundant paths in your wireless
network, the Model Horizon will recognize and disable (block) one or more redundant links and provide back up links should the
primary link fail. This establishes a wireless mesh network with a series of forwarding links, based upon the shortest path length
to the Root Bridge.
For example, looking at Figure 4, the Remote Building has two routes to the Root Bridge (Plant Network – Example #1); directly to
the site and through the repeater. The direct link between the two sites is the shortest route (lowest Path Length) and will be
selected as the primary route unless overridden by manually changing the Path Length in the configuration.
Path Cost
If more than one communication path to the Root Bridge is found, the Horizon must determine which route to take based upon
the lowest Path Cost. The default path cost to all links in the Horizon network is 1. If the Path Costs are equal then the lowest
MAC address will determine the priority route. In the ESTeem Mesh Network we want to directly control all data flow so do not
want the routes to be automatically determined.
Looking again at our Example in Figure 4, if we made no changes to the default path cost of 1 (note values in Figure 3) the lowest
path cost would be direct from the Remote Building to the Root Bridge (Plant Network).
Link Description
Direct from Remote Building
Remote Build to Root Bridge Through Repeater
Total Path Length
2 (Length 1 to repeater + Length 1 to Master = 2)
To configure the Horizon to select the repeater as the primary radio path, set the path cost value for the direct link greater than 2
(such as a value of 3) to make this the primary radio path. The lowest path length will identify the highest priority. The Model
Horizon will use this routing, but also switch to direct communication if the repeater were to disappear.
Root Bridge
In any Access Point Repeater network consisting of more than two sites, one Model Horizon should be designated as the Root
Bridge. Only one Model Horizon can be designated as the Root Bridge in a given network and should be located where the majority
of the Ethernet data flow is processed. This site may be the Master location in a SCADA network or could be configured at a
repeater site. Selection is important because all Model Horizon’s NOT configured as the Root Bridge will choose routing based
upon the Path Length to the Root Bridge. If you have any question as to which site in your AP Repeater application should be the
Root Bridge, contact ESTeem Customer Support at 509‐735‐9092 or e‐mail your application to support@esteem.com.
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The Root Bridge will be selected in one of two ways: the Root Bridge can be manually set (recommended) during the configuration
of the Repeater Peer table (Figure 3) or the Root Bridge designation will default to the lowest MAC address of all the Model
Horizon’s in the network. The manual Root Bridge configuration is located in the “Advanced Settings” section.
Redundant Backup
The ESTeem Horizon configured in Access Point mode will
automatically function as a redundant backup if two Horizons are
installed at the same location (Figure 7). If two Horizons are
connected to the same switch, one of the Horizons will be Blocked
when the Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol is completed. The
network will continue to use this route until any problem with the
original Model Horizon is detected and the second Horizon will
begin operation at that site.
Redundant Master Configuration
The configuration in Figure 7 will also provide a redundant backup
for the Master Site (Root Bridge). Configure both Horizons as Root
Bridges (see above) giving the primary Root Bridge a value of 1 and
the secondary Root Bridge a value of 2.
Figure 7: Redundant Backup Diagram
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Horizon 2.4 GHz Antenna and Cable Configurations
ESTeem offers different types of antennas for both indoor and outdoor configurations. To reduce potential radio interference to
other users, the antenna type and its gain should be chosen so that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.) is not
more than that permitted for successful communication.
This radio transmitter ESTeem Horizon 2.4 GHz (HVIN: 216AN) has been approved by Industry Canada to operate with the antenna
types listed below with the maximum permissible gain and required antenna impedance for each antenna type indicated. Antenna
types not included in this list, having a gain greater than the maximum gain indicated for that type, are strictly prohibited for use
with this device.
Le present emetteur radio ESTeem HVIN: 216AN a ete approuve par Industrie Canada pour fonctionner avec les types d'antenne
enumeres ci‐dessous et ayant un gain admissible maximal et l'impedance requise pour chaque type d'antenne. Les types d'antenne
non inclus dans cette liste, ou dont le gain est superieur au gain maximal indique, sont strictement interdits pour l'exploitation de
l'emetteur.
Warning: Only the tested cable lengths and antennas provided by ESTeem meet the FCC maximum peak output power
requirements. Any other combination of antennas or coax cables is not authorized. This device has been designed
to operate in a pole mount configuration with the antennas listed below, having a maximum gain of 6 dB in a multi‐
point system or 15dB in a point to point network. Antennas not included in this list or having a gain greater 6 dB in
a multi‐point system or 15dB in a point to point network are strictly prohibited for use with this device. The required
antenna impedance is 50 ohms.
Transmit/Receive
Antenna Port 1
Part Number: AA20DMEg

Omni‐directional direct mount antenna, 5 dBi gain.

Indoor and outdoor applications.

There must be a minimum separation distance of 24
cm. from the antenna to the user. See Warnings.
Receive Only
Antenna Port 2
Part Number: AA203Eg
Directional pole mount antenna, 6 dBi gain with 3‐ft.
integral feedline and connector.

Point to point and point to multi‐point outdoor
applications.

Antenna port B is not used in this configuration.

There must be a minimum separation distance of 24
cm. from the antenna to the user. See Warnings.


Warnings:
Part Number: AA204Eg.1

Directional pole mount antenna, 15 dBi gain with 3‐ft.
integral feedline and connector.

Point to point applications only.

Maximum Output Power of 250mWatts (Power Level =
Low Power)

Antenna port B is not used in this configuration.

There must be a minimum separation distance of 50
cm. from the antenna to the user. See Warnings.
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Only pre-made coax cables from the factory used in
conjunction with either the AA203Eg or AA204Eg.1
directional antennas meet all FCC Section 15.247(b)
EIRP maximum power requirements.
Use of the AA204Eg.1, directional antenna is limited to
fixed point to point applications only. In accordance FCC
Section 15.247(b)iii, this antenna must be professionally
installed. The installer must ensure the system is used
exclusively for fixed, point-to-point applications and the
ESTeem Horizon is set for 0.25 Watts output power
(Power Level = Min).
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Horizon 900 MHz Antenna and Cable Configurations
ESTeem offers different types of antennas for both indoor and outdoor configurations. This device has been designed to operate
with the antennas listed below, and having a maximum gain of 7 dB. Antennas not included in this list or having a gain greater
than 7 dB are strictly prohibited for use with this device. The required antenna impedance is 50 ohms.
This radio transmitter ESTeem Horizon 900 MHz (HVIN: 216AD) has been approved by Industry Canada to operate with the
antenna types listed below with the maximum permissible gain and required antenna impedance for each antenna type indicated.
Antenna types not included in this list, having a gain greater than the maximum gain indicated for that type, are strictly prohibited
for use with this device.
Le present emetteur radio ESTeem HVIN: 216AD a ete approuve par Industrie Canada pour fonctionner avec les types d'antenne
enumeres ci‐dessous et ayant un gain admissible maximal et l'impedance requise pour chaque type d'antenne. Les types d'antenne
non inclus dans cette liste, ou dont le gain est superieur au gain maximal indique, sont strictement interdits pour l'exploitation de
l'emetteur.
Warning: Only the tested cable lengths and antennas provided by EST meet the FCC and DOC maximum peak output power
requirements. Any other combination of antennas or coax cables is not authorized. To reduce potential radio interference to
other users, the antenna type and its gain should be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.) is not
more than that permitted for successful communication.
Transmit/Receive
Antenna Port 1
Receive Only
Antenna Port 2
Part Number: AA20DMs

Omni‐directional direct mount antenna, 2 dBi gain.

Indoor and outdoor applications.

There must be a minimum separation distance of 23
cm. from the antenna to the user. See Warnings.
Part Number: AA20Es900
Omni‐directional external pole mount antenna, 7 dBi
gain with 3‐ft. integral feedline and connector.

Outdoor applications.

There must be a minimum separation distance of
23cm. from the antenna to the user. See Warnings.

Notes:
Part Number: AA203Es900

Directional pole mount antenna, 7 dBi gain with 3‐ft.
integral feedline and connector.

Point to point and point to multi‐point outdoor
applications.

There must be a minimum separation distance of 23
cm. from the antenna to the user. See Warnings.
Antenna Port A is a transmit and receive port for use in all
applications.
Antenna Port B is a receive only port and is used for dual
diversity antennas applications only. This port is not used
for point to point applications.
Warnings:
Only pre-made coax cables from the factory used in
conjunction with either the AA20Es900 omni-directional
and AA203Es900 directional antennas meet all FCC
Section 15.247(b) EIRP maximum power requirements.
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WEATHER PROOFING COAX CONNECTIONS
1.
Lightly coat the threads of the connectors with silicone lubricant prior to assembly (See Note 1) and hand tighten. Make
sure to use the silicon sparingly so when assembled, any excess does not get on center conductor. Care should be taken
not to get any lubricant on the center conductor.
2.
Wrap the connector assembly with a non‐adhesive silicone tape, EST part number AA243, for weather proofing (See Note
2 and instructions below).
a) Clean surface to be wrapped. Cut off length to be used.
b) Peel back a short length of protective film. Keep tape clean and dry.
c) Begin with one complete overlap of tape onto itself.
d) STRETCH CoaxWrap while continuing to wrap object with “half‐laps”, removing clear film as you go (Figure 1). For
greater pressure resistance, use 2 or more tightly wrapped layers.
e) End of tape at final wrap should be completely positioned onto itself.
Note: CoaxWrap’s bond begins to cure immediately upon contact with itself. Repositioning or
removal is not recommended after 2 minutes of wrapping.
3.
Apply an electrical coating (sealing agent), over the vapor barrier patch for added
protection (See Note 3).
NOTES:
1.
Dow Corning RTV‐3140 or equivalent.
2.
CoaxWrap, CW10B or equivalent.
3. SCOTCHKOTE, 3‐M Company, or equivalent.
ANTENNA DIVERSITY
The dual diversity antenna configuration on the Horizon allows the radio to operate more efficiently in areas with high reflections
(such as indoors or in a city) without direct line of sight (LOS) between the antennas. One of the most difficult conditions to control
in a radio system is the effect of a destructive reflected radio signal called mutipathing. Multipathing occurs when waves emitted
by the transmitter travel along a different path and interfere destructively with waves traveling on a direct line‐of‐site path. The
phenomenon occurs because waves traveling along different paths may be completely out of phase when they reach the antenna,
thereby canceling each other out. The dual diversity antenna configuration places a physical distance between the antennas
where one reflected signal will be out of phase, but the second will be not. The ESTeem Horizon will sample both antennas and
select the best receive signal. Both antenna ports are active by default in the Horizon series.
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Assembling The AA195PM Two Hole Outdoor Pole Mounting Kit
The AA195PM mounting kit contains everything required for pole mounting and weatherproofing the ESTeem Horizon for outdoor
installations. The Horizon with AA195PM mounting kit can be directly mounted to a round pole from 1.25” to a diameter of 2.25”
OD. Any mounting structure greater than 2” requires hose clamp strapping run through the Pole Mount Brackets. The mounting
kit requires the following assembly:
1.
If you purchased an AA195PM mounting kit with your Horizon, the kit will be packed in the same packing box as the ESTeem
(Figure 4).
2.
Remove and inventory the
two (2) Pole Mounting
Brackets, one (1) Two‐Hole
Face Plate Cover (with
single port cover installed),
one (1) Heat Shield and (1)
AA195PM Hardware bag
from the packing box
(Figure 4). Report any
missing or damaged items
to ESTeem Customer
Support (Phone 509‐735‐
9092) as soon as possible
for replacement.
3.
Inventory the AA195PM
Hardware bag for all the
components listed in
Figure 5.
Figure 4: Packet Box Contents
Figure 5: AA195PM Hardware Contents
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4.
Assemble the two Pole Mounting Brackets with the included U‐bolts, hardware and Pole Mount Clamps. Reference Figure 6.
Figure 6: Pole Mount Assembly
5.
Place the four supplied 10‐24 x 1” Phillips Pan Head screws through the mounting holes of the Heat Shield and attach to the
top of the ESTeem Horizon (Figure 7).
6.
Attach the two Pole Mounting Brackets to the ESTeem Horizon with the 10‐24 x 1” Phillips Pan Head screws through the top
of the heat shield. Reference Figure 8 (Heat Shield removed for detail).
Figure 7: Heat Shield Attachment
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7.
Assemble the outdoor rated CAT‐5e Ethernet cable (Not Provided) with the supplied Ethernet Cable Boot (Figure 9).
Figure 8: Pole Mount Connection to Case
(Heat Shield Removed for Detail)
Ethernet Cable Boot
Figure 9: Ethernet Cable Assembly
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8.
Feed the CAT‐5e Ethernet connector(s) through the Face Plate Cover and secure the Ethernet Cable Boot to the cover.
Reference Figure 10.
NOTE: The Ethernet cable boot must be installed before the RJ‐45 end is installed. If using the ESTeem AA09.1 outdoor
Ethernet cable, verify that the Ethernet cable boot end is routed toward the ESTeem Horizon.
Second Port Cover
Remove for 2nd Cable
Face Plate Cover
Ethernet Cable Boots
Figure 10: Ethernet Cable Routing
9.
Route the CAT‐5e Ethernet cable through the molded strain‐relief fins in the Face Plate Cover (Figure 11) to secure the cable
and provide strain‐relief for the connector. If a second Ethernet cable is installed, remove the second port cover and route
cable.
Figure 11: Face Plate Cover Strain Relief
10. Plug the CAT‐5e Ethernet cable to the Horizon’s Ethernet port and secure the Face Plate Cover with the attached thumb screw.
Verify that the weatherproof seal on the Face Plate Cover is sealed against the outer rim of the Horizon. Reference Figure 12.
11. Attach the antenna connector boots as show in Figure 13 for either dual attached antennas or external antennas. You are
now ready to mount the ESTeem Horizon
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Figure 12: Face Plate Cover Installed on ESTeem
EST Approved Direct Mount
Antenna Only
EST Approved External
Antenna With Factory
Installed Boot
Direct Mount
Antenna Boots
Port 1
Port 2
Weather Proof Boot
NOTE: Remove Plastic
Connector Cover
Before Installation
Face Towards
The South
(North America)
Figure 13: Completed AA195PM Mounts
Caution: Outdoor mounting of the Horizon requires the use of weatherproof boots. Improper installation could
result in radio failure.
Caution: Always mount the Horizon vertically with the antenna ports on top.
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Horizon Pole Mount Grounding Proceedures
Mounting the Horizon series radio modem outdoors requires proper grounding procedures to prevent damage to both the radio
hardware and the connected Ethernet and Serial peripherals. The case on the Horizon series wireless modem is electrically
conductive, but the AA195 Pole Mount kit provides isolation from the connected structure. To bring the Horizon case to a ground
potential with Earth ground and eliminate any static buildup on the case itself, the shield on the Ethernet cable is used to provide
the ground connection.
Outdoor Ethernet Cable
A critical component of this grounding protection system is the ESTeem AA09.1 outdoor, shielded CAT‐5E Ethernet cable. This
cable provides three, necessary elements; Ethernet data, DC Power over Ethernet (PoE) applications, and a ground from the
Horizon case to the AA166 surge protector. The Ethernet cable is outdoor rated and protected from UV breakdown.
Installation
The following diagram outlines all the critical components and connections in the Horizon series system. The Earth ground
connection to the surge protector must be installed to comply with local Electrical code requirements.
Metal RJ-45 Hood
(Amp 5-569530-3)
ESTeem Horizon
Series Wireless Modem
Drain Wire Soldered
To Metal RJ-45 Hood
ESTeem AA09.1
Outdoor, Shielded
CAT-5E Cable
(300 ft. maximum)
Drain Wire With
Ring Terminal Connected
to Ground Lug
Metal RJ-45 Hood
(Amp 5-569530-3)
AA166 Ethernet
Surge Protection
Power Over Ethernet
Supply
(AA175)
Ethernet Patch Cable
(AA09.2)
Approved Earth
Ground Connection
Figure 14: Pole Mount Installation Diagram
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Fresnel Zone
Figure 15: Fresnel Zone Diagram
The Fresnel zone shows the ellipsoid spread of the radio waves around the visual line‐of‐sight after they leave the antenna (see
Figure 15). This area must be clear of obstructions or the signal strength will be reduced due to signal blockage. Typically, 20%
Fresnel Zone blockage introduces little signal loss to the link. Beyond 40% blockage, signal loss will become significant. This
calculation is based on a flat earth. It does not take into account the curvature of the earth. It is recommended for RF path links
greater than 7 miles to have a microwave path analysis done that takes the curvature of the earth and the topography of the
terrain into account.
Fresnel Zone Radius = 72.1 SQRT [(d1d2) / (F (d1 + d2)]
Units
Fresnel Zone Radius in feet.
d1 and d2 in statue miles
F in GHz
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LICENSING INFORMATION
Information to Users
FCC Statement
The ESTeem Horizon complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This
device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
Caution: Changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by ESTeem Wireless Modems for compliance could
void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
IC Statement
“This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including
interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.”
“Cet appareil est conforme avec Industrie Canada exempts de licence standard RSS (s). Son fonctionnement est soumis aux
deux conditions suivantes: (1) cet appareil ne doit pas provoquer d'interférences et (2) cet appareil doit accepter toute
interférence, y compris celles pouvant causer un mauvais fonctionnement de l'appareil.”
Emissions Information
Horizon 2.4 GHz (Model 216An)
HVIN: 216AN
Direct Sequence/OFDM Spread Spectrum Device
(USA) FCC ID: ENPHZN216AN
(Canada) IC No: 2163A-216AN
Horizon 900 MHz (Model 216Ad)
HVIN: 216AD
Direct Sequence/OFDM Spread Spectrum Device
(USA) FCC ID: ENPHZN216AD
(Canada) IC No: 2163A-216AD
The equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated
in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and
used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this
equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the
interference at his own expense.
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FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION FIELD OFFICES
ALASKA
1011 E. Tudor Rd.
Rm 240 Box 2955
Anchorage, AK 99510
CALIFORNIA
Interstate Office Park
4542 Ruffner St., Room 370
San Diego, CA 92111-2216
Los Angeles Office (LA)
Ceritos Corporate Tower
18000 Studebaker Rd., Room 660
Cerritos, CA 90701-3684
San Francisco Office (SF)
5653 Stoneridge Drive, Suite 105
Pleasanton, CA 94588-8543
COLORADO
Denver Office (DV)
215 S. Wadsworth Blvd., Suite 303
Lakewood, CO 80226-1544
FLORIDA
919 Federal Bldg
51 SE First Ave.
Miami, FL 33130
Tampa Office (TP)
2203 N. Lois Ave., Room 1215
Tampa, FL 33607-2356
ILLINOIS
Chicago Office (CG)
Park Ridge Office Ctr., Room 306
1550 Northwest Highway
Park Ridge, IL 60068-1460
LOUISIANA
New Orleans Office (OR)
2424 Edenborn Ave. Suite 460
Metarie, LA 70001
OREGON
1782 Federal Building
1220 SW 3rd Avenue
Portland, OR 97204
MARYLAND
1017 Geo. Fallon
Building 31
Hopkins Plaza
Baltimore, MD
PENNSYLVANIA
Philadelphia Office (PA)
One Oxford Valley Office Bld.
Room 404
2300 E. Lincoln Hwy
Langhorne, PA 19047-1859
MASSACHUSETTS
Boston Office (BS)
1 Batterymarch Park
Quincy, MA 02169-7495
PUERTO RICO
747 Federal Building
Carlo Chardon Ave.
Hato Rey, PR 00918
MICHIGAN
Detroit Office (DT)
24897 Hathaway Street
Farmington Hills, MI 48335-1552
TEXAS
Dallas Office (DL)
9330 LBJ Freeway, Room 1170
Dallas, TX 75243-3429
MINNESOTA
691 Federal Building
316 N Robert St.
St. Paul, MN
5636 Federal Building
515 Rusk Avenue
Houston, TX 77002
GEORGIA
Atlanta Office (AT)
3575 Koger Blvd., Suite 320
Duluth, GA 30096-4958
MISSOURI
Kansas City Office (KC)
520 NE Colbern Road
Second Floor
Lee’s Summit, MO 64086
HAWAII
7304 Prince Kuhi
Federal Building
Honolulu, HI
NEW YORK
1307 Federal Building
111 W. Huron
Buffalo, NY 14202
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NEW YORK
New York Office (NY)
201 Varick Street, Suite 1151
New York, NY 10014-4870
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WASHINGTON DC
Columbia Office (CF)
9300 East Hampton Drive
Capitol Heights, MD 20743
WASHINGTON
Seattle Office (ST)
11410 NE 122nd Way
Room 312
Kirkland, WA 98034-6927
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INTERFACE PORTS
ETHERNET INTERFACE
The ESTeem Horizon’s Ethernet Port is a Full and Half‐Duplex Auto‐negotiation interface supporting 10Mbps, 100Mbps and 1Gbps
(10/100/1000BaseT). The Ethernet port is compliant with IEEE 802.3at‐2009 Power Over Ethernet Plus (PoE+) to provide both
data and power over the same CAT‐5E grade Ethernet cable. The port is compatible with TIA/EIA‐568B cable configuration (Figure
1).
Figure 1: Ethernet Pin Layout
A second Ethernet port is included with the ESTeem Horizon. This second Ethernet port can be configured to bridge to the primary
Ethernet port or configured to communicate on the Wireless or Ethernet side of the Horizon in router mode.
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CONFIGURING DHCP SERVER
The ESTeem Horizon Ethernet port supports both client and server Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP). Figure 2 shows
the DHCP host configuration screen that will be shown if DHCP server is selected in the setup screens. Enter the values that match
the DHCP configuration for your network.
Figure 2: DHCP Server Configuration
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INTERFACE PORTS
RS‐232C Programming Port Configuration
The ESTeem Horizon uses a proprietary RS‐232C interface in a
RJ‐45 connector on the front panel. To interface the Horizon to
the serial port on the computer, you need ESTeem cable AA0621
that combines a standard Ethernet patch cable to a 9‐pin Female
adapter.
The RS‐232 Programming Port on the ESTeem Horizon can be
used to access the configuration menu in the ESTeem for system
and network configuration. The ESTeem communications port
operates at 38,400 bps, No Parity, 8 Data Bits and 1 Stop Bit
(38,400,N,8,1). Configure your terminal program to match these
settings.
Horizon Serial Port Interface
RS‐232 Programming Port Pin‐Out Table
ESTeem Model AA0621
RS‐232C Port Pin‐Out Table
RJ‐45 Pin
No.
Function
Signal Ground (GND)
Receive Data (RxD)
Transmit Data (TxD)
DB‐9
Pin No.
Ethernet Pin‐out
RS‐232C Data Port Configuration
The ESTeem Horizon has an RS‐232C data interface in a RJ‐45 connector on the front panel. See Chapter 6 for further information
on serial data port configuration. To interface the Horizon to the serial port on the computer, you need serial cable with the
following pin‐out:
ESTeem Model AA0621
RS‐232C Port Pin‐Out Table
RJ‐45 Pin
No.
Function
Data Set Ready (DSR)
Data Carrier Detect (DCD)
Data Terminal Ready (DTR)
Signal Ground (GND)
Receive Data (RxD)
Transmit Data (TxD)
Clear to Sent (CTS)
Request to Sent (RTS)
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DB‐9
Pin No.
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RADIO CONFIGURATION
Horizon Frequencies of Operation
In a wireless Ethernet network all of the ESTeem Horizon must be set to the same radio
frequency of operation (channel) and bandwidth. The following table shows the
channels and corresponding frequencies of operation for each model of ESTeem. The
frequency of operation is selectable when configuring the mode of operation of the
Horizon (reference Chapter 3).
Channel Number
Technical Tip:
The shaded
frequency channels are available
for 802.11 (Wi‐Fi) client use. All
other non‐shaded channels are
proprietary.
Frequency
Bandwidths
Horizon 900 MHz
907 MHz
912 MHz
917 MHz
922 MHz
5/10 MHz
5/10/20 MHz
5/10/20 MHz
5/10 MHz
Channel Number
Frequency
Bandwidths
10
11
Horizon 2.4 GHz
2412 MHz
2417 MHz
2422 MHz
2427 MHz
2432 MHz
2437 MHz
2442 MHz
2447 MHz
2452 MHz
2457 MHz
2462 MHz
5/10/20/40 MHz
5/10/20/40 MHz
5/10/20/40 MHz
5/10/20/40 MHz
5/10/20/40 MHz
5/10/20/40 MHz
5/10/20/40 MHz
5/10/20/40 MHz
5/10/20/40 MHz
5/10/20/40 MHz
5/10/20/40 MHz
Figure 1: Radio Frequency Channel Selection
RF Data Rate Configuration
The RF data rate of the Horizon can be programmed for operation at multiple data rates. The RF data rate can be set for a fixed
rate or a specific range that is dynamically scaled by the Horizon from monitoring the received signal quality. Dynamic scaling
means that the Horizon will operate at the highest RF data rate that is programmed into unit. If the received data quality drops
below the required minimums for reliable communications, the Horizon will reduce the data rate to the next lowest step to
increase signal quality. Conversely if the signal quality increases above the minimums the Horizon will increase the RF data rate
the next highest level.
The ESTeem Horizon is set at the factory to operate at maximized scaling speed data rates and should not need adjustment. The
RF Data Rate is programmed in the Horizon through the Advanced Menu>Wireless LAN Settings>wlan0 device and the value for
Communication Rates and 802.11n Communication Rate Index:. In the example shown in Figure 2 the RF Date Rate is
programmed to dynamic scale all data rates (recommend factory default setting). To set the values for the data rate, check the
box next to the listed data rate to enable this rate for operation.
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Figure 2: Advanced Data Rate Selection
RF Bandwidths
The Horizon radios have adjustable RF bandwidths for operation. Reducing the RF bandwidth increases the number of available
channels and the radio's ability to reject RF interference. Different models of the Horizon series will have different available
bandwidths depending upon the frequency of operation. For example, Figure 3 shows the configuration of the Horizon 2.4
GHz’s available bandwidths.
NOTE: All ESTeem radios in the same network MUST be on the same frequency channel and use the same bandwidth
selection.
Figure 3: Horizon 2.4 GHz Bandwidth Selection
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RADIO CONFIGURATION
Data Rates and Throughput
The Horizon series radios are designed to dynamically change their data rate, modulation and guard index (GI) based upon their
current receive signal strength and background noise. It is highly recommended to allow the Horizon to dynamically scale to the
best data rate given the operation conditions. Dynamic scaling means that the Horizon will operate at the highest RF data rate
that is programmed into unit. The following tables show the interactions of data rate, channel bandwidth (CW) and guard
interval (GI):
Legacy
Rates
5.5
11
12
18
24
36
48
54
DSSS or
OFDM
DSSS
DSSS
DSSS
DSSS
OFDM
OFDM
OFDM
OFDM
OFDM
OFDM
OFDM
OFDM
Modulation
802.11n
Index
Spatial Modulation
Streams
BPSK
QPSK
CCK
CCK
BPSK
BPSK
QPSK
QPSK
16-QAM
16-QAM
64-QAM
64-QAM
BPSK
QPSK
QPSK
16-QAM
16-QAM
64-QAM
64-QAM
64-QAM
BPSK
QPSK
QPSK
16-QAM
16-QAM
64-QAM
64-QAM
64-QAM
Coding
1/11
1/11
4/8
4/8
1/2
3/4
1/2
3/4
1/2
3/4
2/3
3/4
Data Rate Throughput Data Rate Throughput Data Rate Throughput
5MHz
5MHz
10MHz
10MHz
20MHz
20MHz
0.25
0.5
0.01
0.03
0.60
0.5
0.03
0.06
0.11
1.375
2.75
5.5
0.43
0.86
1.72
2.75
5.5
11
0.86
1.72
3.44
1.5
0.47
0.09
1.88
2.25
4.5
1.05
2.11
4.22
12
0.94
1.88
3.75
4.5
18
2.11
4.22
8.44
12
24
1.88
3.75
7.50
18
36
4.22
8.44
16.88
12
24
48
5.00
10.00
20.00
13.5
27
54
6.33
12.66
25.31
Coding Data Rate Throughput Data Rate Throughput Data Rate Throughput Data Rate Throughput
GI = -->
800ns
800ns
400ns
400ns
800ns
800ns
400ns
400ns
CW = -->
5MHz
5MHz
5MHz
5MHz
10MHz
10MHz
10MHz
10MHz
1.625
1.8
3.25
3.6
1/2
0.56
0.62
1.12
1.24
3.25
3.6
6.5
7.2
1/2
1.12
1.24
2.23
2.48
4.875
5.425
9.75
10.85
3/4
2.51
2.8
5.03
5.59
6.5
7.225
13
14.45
1/2
2.23
2.48
4.47
4.97
9.75
10.825
19.5
21.65
3/4
5.03
5.58
10.05
11.16
13
14.45
26
28.9
2/3
5.96
6.62
11.92
13.25
14.625
16.25
29.25
32.5
3/4
7.54
8.38
15.08
16.76
16.25
18.05
32.5
36.1
5/6
9.31
10.34
18.62
20.68
20MHz
20MHz
20MHz
40MHz
40MHz
40MHz
40MHz
CW = --> 20MHz
6.5
7.2
13.5
15
1/2
2.23
2.48
4.64
5.16
13
14.4
27
30
1/2
10.05
4.95
9.28
10.31
19.5
21.7
40.5
45
3/4
10.05
11.19
20.88
23.20
26
28.9
54
60
1/2
8.94
9.93
18.56
20.63
39
43.3
81
90
3/4
20.11
22.33
41.77
46.41
52
57.8
108
120
2/3
23.83
26.49
49.5
55.00
58.5
65
121.5
135
3/4
30.16
33.52
62.65
69.61
65
72.2
135
150
5/6
37.24
41.36
77.34
85.94
Table 1:Data Rates and Throughput
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RADIO CONFIGURATION
SETTING RF POWER LEVEL
The ESTeem Horizon peak power is adjustable in output power from the advanced configuration menu. The output power is
adjusted on the Advanced Menu>Wireless LAN Settings>wlan0 device screen (Figure 4) of the Web Configuration Manager.
Select the value and press the Save Settings button.
Max (Maximum)
Hi (High)
Lo (Low)
Min (Minimum)
Full Power
75% Power
50% Power
25% Power
Figure 4: Advanced Global Variables
Figure 5: Power Level Settings
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APPENDIX D
SECURITY
OVERVIEW
The security for the ESTeem Horizon, like all network security, must be multi‐layered. One level of security is never enough to
make sure that data does not end up in the wrong hands. Please review the following security levels and decide what is the most
appropriate for your network.
AES‐CCMP (802.11i and WPA‐2)
AES‐CCMP (Advanced Encryption Standard‐Counter Mode CBC‐MAC Protocol) is the encryption algorithm used in the IEEE 802.11i
and WPA‐2 security protocols. This national encryption standard uses a 128 bit‐AES block cipher and CCMP technique to ensure
the highest level of security and integrity available on a wireless network. AES‐CCMP incorporates two sophisticated cryptographic
techniques (counter mode and CBC‐MAC) and adapts them to Ethernet frames to provide a robust security protocol between the
mobile client and the access point. AES itself is a very strong cipher, but counter mode makes it difficult for an eavesdropper to spot
patterns, and the CBC‐MAC message integrity method ensures that messages have not been tampered with. The ESTeem Horizon
is compatible as either an Access Point or client in either WPA2 or IEEE 802.11i security systems.
Wi‐Fi Protected Access 2 with Preshared Key (WPA2 PSK)
WPA2 PSK uses a common passphrase (preshared key) between the Access Point (AP) and the client to begin a secure
communication session. This passphrase must be entered exactly the same in both the Access Point and the client. This passphrase
is used to authenticate communication session between the AP and client to begin the secure wireless networking session.
Wi‐Fi Protected Access 2 with Enterprise Server (WPA Enterprise)
Like WPA2 PSK, WPA2 Enterprise verifies the authenticity of the Access Point and client, but uses an 802.1x backend authentication
server handling the authentication decision. The most commonly type of authentication server is a RADIUS server. The ESTeem
Horizon can be configured to operate with an established RADIUS server on the network.
WPA
Wi‐Fi Protected Access with Preshared Key (WPA PSK)
WPA, which uses 802.1x, was introduced in 2003 to improve on the authentication and encryption features of WEP. All
authentication is handled within this access point device. WPA has two significant advantages over WEP:
1. An encryption key differing in every packet. The TKIP (Temporal Key Integrity Protocol) mechanism shares a starting key
between devices. Each device then changes their encryption key for every packet. It is extremely difficult for hackers to read
messages even if they have intercepted the data.
2. Certificate Authentication (CA) can be used, blocking a hacker posing as a valid user.
Wi‐Fi Protected Access with Enterprise Server (WPA Enterprise)
Like WPA PSK, WPA Enterprise verifies the authenticity of the Access Point and client, but uses an 802.1x backend authentication
server handling the authentication decision. The most commonly type of authentication server is a RADIUS server. The ESTeem
Horizon can be configured to operate with an established RADIUS server on the network.
WPA is server/client relationship from a software driver on a computer’s wireless LAN (WLAN) card to an Access Point. The scope
of WPA is limited in use to this configuration only. The ESTeem Horizon can support WPA Enterprise and PSK as an Access Point,
but the level of security on the Bridging layer is configured separately.
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128‐BIT WEP
The 128 WEP uses a particular algorithm called RC4 encryption to encode and decode traffic that is based on a 104‐bit encryption
key and a 24‐bit Initialization Vector (IV). RC4 starts with a relatively short encryption key (104 bits) that is expanded into a nearly
infinite stream of keys to accompany the stream of packets.
The basic concept of RC4 is good, but the way it’s implemented in WEP leaves it open to compromise. The researchers that test
the integrity of the system usually focus on one piece of the implementation, the Initialization Vector (IV).
The IV (24 bits) is the algorithm component that’s supposed to keep expanded keys from repeating. From the researcher’s point
of view, a high‐volume access point is mathematically guaranteed to reuse the same key stream at least once a day. When this
happens, it’s called an IV collision this becomes a soft spot to enter the system.
The researchers aren’t saying that it’s easy to break into the system, or that it’s being done on a regular basis, only that it is possible
and administrators should consider ways to reduce the possibility
Access Control List (ACL)
The ACL is one of the simplest yet most secure methods of network security. The ACL is a configurable MAC filter in the Model
192E that can be set to allow specific MAC address on the wireless network by individual address or address ranges. The same
filter can also be set to reject individual MAC addresses or address ranges.
The MAC address is a unique, 6 hexadecimal field address assigned at the manufacturer that can not be changed. The MAC address
is traceable through the IEEE governing body to the manufacturer and is the “fingerprint” for all Ethernet devices.
Using a combination of both the WPA or 128‐Bit WEP encryption and the ACL filter provide the ESTeem an extremely secure
wireless networking layer.
Disabling Broadcast Probes and Hiding SSID
A simple but very effective way of securing a network is to make the network difficult to find. By disabling broadcast probes and
hiding the Service Set Identification (SSID), wireless and network “sniffers” will not be able to find your ESTeem Horizon network.
To gain access to the wireless network, you would be required to have the SSID and all security loaded in the WLAN card software
prior to entering the network.
Proprietary Bridge Communication
Although the ESTeem Horizon is compatible with the open communication standards IEEE 802.11g and 802.11b, the repeater
communication between the units is a proprietary communication link. No other manufacturer of wireless hardware can access
the ESTeem repeater network when bridging between Ethernet networks. This proprietary communication layer, in combination
with the other security settings, allows you as the user to reject wireless clients into the network if so desired. When used in
conjunction with the Access Control List the 802.11g and 802.11b client access can be removed.
The security level of the bridge communication link is configurable for 64‐Bit WEP, 128‐Bit WEP or TKIP and is completely
independent of the client access level or any other communication link level. For example, an ESTeem Horizon can be configured
for WPA Enterprise for client level access, communicate to another ESTeem Horizon using a TKIP bridge link and also communicate
128‐Bit WEP to our older ESTeem Model 192E radio modems all running simultaneously.
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Masquerade Modes
When the ESTeem Horizon is configured in either the Access Point Masquerade or the Client Masquerade modes, the wireless
modem functions as a network firewall. If access to the wired network is the greatest concern, place the ESTeem in the
Masquerade mode and the wireless network will be completely isolated from the wired Ethernet network.
Increasing Network Security
The following are a few suggestions to help improve the overall security of your wireless network:
1.
Enable the security. If you research all of the articles regarding hackers, they have gotten into the user’s network due to the
security not being enabled.
2.
Set the ACL filter to include only those MAC address of the wireless Ethernet device being used on the network.
3.
Make sure the keys are not reused in your company, since reuse increases the statistical likelihood that someone can figure
the key out and change the default password on your access point or wireless router
4.
As a network administrator, you should periodically survey your company using a tool like NetStumbler to see if any "rogue"
access points pop up within your company without authorization. All of your hard work to "harden" your wireless network
could be wasted if a rogue AP was plugged into your network behind the firewall.
5.
Many access points allow you to control access based on the MAC address of the NIC attempting to associate with it. If the
MAC address of your NIC isn't in the table of the access point, you won't associate with it. And while it's true that there are
ways of spoofing a MAC address that's been sniffed out of the air, it takes an additional level of sophistication to spoof a MAC
address. The downside of deploying MAC address tables is that if you have a lot of access points, maintaining the tables in
each access point could be time consuming. Some higher‐end, enterprise‐level access points have mechanisms for updating
these tables across multiple access points of the same brand.
6.
Consider using an additional level of authentication, such as Remote Access Dailin User Service (RADIUS), before you permit
an association with your access points through WPA and WPA2 Enterprise.
7.
If you're deploying a wireless router, think about assigning static IP addresses for your wireless NICs and turn off Dynamic
Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP). If you're using a wireless router and have decided to turn off DHCP, also consider
changing the IP subnet. Many wireless routers default to the 192.168.1.0 network and use 192.168.1.1 as the default router.
8.
Only purchase Access Points that have flashable firmware. There are a number of security enhancements that are being
developed, and you want to be sure that you can upgrade your access point.
9.
A simple security technique used by the military is to have the administrator periodically change the key for the system i.e.
weekly, monthly, etc.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Testing Communication Link
After you have configured at least two of the Horizon wireless Ethernet modems for operation, you can verify communication with
each the following steps:
Status Light
The quickest source of link status is to view the Status
LED on the face of the Horizon (Figure 1). If the Status
light is solid, the Horizon has a connection to another
Horizon listed in the Peer Table.
Status Screen/Peer Table
To view detailed information on the status of the
communication link (such as connection speed, signal
strength and last update time) you can open the
Figure 1: Connection Status Light
Status Screen from the Web Interface. After press the
Status tab at the top of the screen the Status: Summary will be displayed showing the status of all ports and memory in the Horizon.
Under the Wireless Status heading click on the View Peer Table (Figure 2).
Peers ‐ The Peer Table will
display
all
connected
Horizons configured as a
Peer link to this ESTeem by
their Wireless (WLAN) MAC
address.
Received Signal Strength –
The AntSignal column will
display the receive signal
strength for each of the two
antenna ports. The first
antenna port is listed as A1
while the second (receive
only) port is listed as A2.
You may receive a signal
level on A2 although no
antenna is attached. This
signal strength value is listed
in dBm.
Last RX and Data Rate – This
is the time of the last
Figure 2: Peer Status
received data packet. When
monitoring the status menu, it is important to note the time the last transmission was updated so you are not looking at “stale”
data. A value of 0 in the time represents a current (less than 1 second) receive value. The current data rate of the last data packet
received will also be shown by the Horizon. The speed is displayed in Mbps. For example, in Figure 2 a LastRx value of 0@72.2
represents an RF packet received within the last second running at 72.2Mbps.
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Note: The ESTeem Horizon uses spread spectrum technology that analyzes each data packet for signal strength and data quality
(strength vs. noise). The higher your signal, the more background noise you can sustain without causing degradation in the data
transfer. This is also true for lower signal strengths with a very low background noise. These values are provided for guidance and
if you have any questions about the values in your application, please contact ESTeem Customer Support at 509‐735‐9092 or e‐
mail your application to support@esteem.com.
Modem ID – This is Modem ID for the opposite ESTeem peer.
TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS
General (Applicable to All Modes of Operation)
Where do I find the latest firmware version number? – We have the latest version number of the Horizon firmware listed on the
ESTeem Web site (www.esteem.com) under the Horizon product page.
How and when do I update the Horizon firmware? ‐ You should only update the Horizon firmware if you are having a specific
problem and it is recommended that you do so by ESTeem Customer Support personnel. All the update instructions and files are
located on the ESTeem FTP site at the following address:
ftp://www.esteem.com/Horizon
Do all firmware versions have to be the same to communicate between the Horizon? – It is not necessary for all the firmware
versions to be the same revision to communication, but the later version may have added features that the other versions will not
recognize.
What characters are valid for WEP Key entry? ‐ Only the Hexadecimal characters 0‐9 and A‐F are valid for key entry.
What ESTeem Utility version is required to program the Horizon? – The ESTeem Utility program is not required to program the
Horizon. The Horizon can be programmed using any Terminal Emulation program (such as Windows HyperTerminal) and any web
browser program.
What is the speed and duplex configuration on the Horizon – The Horizon is an auto‐negotiation full/half‐duplex 10/100 Base‐T
interface. Ether a cross‐over or patch cable is supported.
Access Point Mode
Wireless LAN cards are not connecting – Verify that the wireless LAN cards are set to Infrastructure Mode, have a matching SSID
(or ESSIS) set the same as the Horizon and that all encryption codes are the same.
My Wireless LAN card shows a solid connection, but I can not pass any data – Verify the encryption and the ACL setting on the
Horizon match the wireless LAN card.
Access Point Peer Mode
How long does it take to re‐establish the Wireless Ethernet Network? ‐ If a communication link is lost and the Wireless Network
needs to re‐establish the repeater routes, the time can take up to 10 seconds.
Should the AP Repeater Mode be used on mobile equipment? ‐ The AP Repeater mode should be used on equipment that will
not change the Repeater Route as it moves. For example, if a mobile device such as a crane can communicate directly to another
ESTeem and will not loose the link in its travel, the AP Repeater Mode could be used. If the device requires two ESTeem Horizon’s
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(Base and Repeater) to maintain communication across its complete travel, the Station Modes should be used on the mobile
device. The problem will be in the time that the mobile ESTeem will take to transfer between the two sites. In Access Point
Repeater mode the transfer can take up to 30 seconds, while the EtherStation mode will transfer without a packet loss.
Does WEP have to be used? – The WEP does not have to be enabled for the modems to communicate, but all modems must be
configured the same way.
Correct configuration, but cannot establish communications. – In addition to the network configuration, all Horizon modems
configured in the AP mode must share the same SSID and be on the same frequency channel. The most likely cause of the error
is the WLAN MAC address is not configured in both Horizon’s repeater tables. If only one side is configured, everything will appear
to be correct but no communication will function.
EtherStation
How do I access the Horizon web page in EtherStation Mode? The Horizon does not have an active web browser when configured
in EtherStation mode. You must access the ESTeem with the ESTeem Discovery Program or through the RS‐232 port after
configuration in this mode. To monitor the link status, you can use the EtherStation Status program.
What IP address do I configure the ESTeem in EtherStation mode? – The Horizon will not have an IP address in EtherStation mode.
I can not link my device into the wireless network – Verify that the MAC address of the device is exactly the same as configured in
the Horizon. The MAC address must have colons between the values.
Can I connect my Horizon in EtherStation mode to a HUB or Ethernet Switch? – No. The modem must be connected directly to
the Ethernet device for which it is programmed. In EtherStation mode the Horizon can only service ONE Ethernet device.
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HORIZON 2.4 SPECIFICATIONS
Horizon 2.4 GHz Specifications
ESTeem Horizon 2.4 GHz Specifications
Transmitter/Receiver
Frequency of Operation (Software Selectable)
2.412 to 2.462 GHz (11-channels)
RF Data Rate
1 to 150 Mbps (20 steps)
Tx Output Power (Software Selectable)
250 to 1000 mW (Pk) (4-levels)
Tx Output Impedance
50 ohms
Rx Sensitivity
-92 to -69 dBm
FCC Type Acceptance
ENPHZN216AN
Industry Canada Type Acceptance
LED Indicators
2163A-216AN
Power (On/Off) - Carrier Detect (On/Off) - Transmitter (On/Off) - Receiver
(On/Off)
Power Requirements
Receive
600ma @ 12 VDC
Transmit
1.350A (Cont) 3A (Peak) @ 12 VDC
PoE Power Supply
(IEEE 802.3at,30 watts) (opt)
External Power Input
10 to 28 VDC @ 3A
Input/Output Connectors
Ethernet Port 1 (10/100)
RJ-45 Female
Ethernet Port 2 (10/100)
802.11 Compatibility
802.11n/g/b
RS-232C Comm Port (2,400 to 115.2 K baud)
RJ-45 Female
RS-232C Programming Port (38,400, N, 8, 1)
Antenna Input/Outputs
TNC Reverse Female
External DC Input Power
Mini-Combicon, 3 pin female
Case
Temperature Range
-30° to +60° C
Humidity
95% Non-condensing
Dimensions
1.9 in. H x 6.7 in. W x 6.2 in. L
Weight
1.25 lbs.
Product Warranty
1 Year
Other
Outdoor Pole Mt. Kit
AA195PM (opt)
PoE Power Supply
AA175.2 (opt)
External DC Input Power Connector
AA195PP (opt)
Revised: 28 Jun 16
APX F-1
ESTeem Horizon Series
APPENDIX F
HORIZON 2.4 SPECIFICATIONS
Horizon Case Specifications
Revised: 28 Jun 16
APX F-2
ESTeem Horizon Series
APPENDIX F
HORIZON 2.4 SPECIFICATIONS
Antenna Specifications
Model: AA20DMEg
Applications: Model 195Eg direct case mount
Antenna Type: Omni-Directional, Sleeve dipole
Frequency: 2400 to 2485 MHz
Polarization: Vertical
Impedance: 50 ohms
Gain: 5 dBi (3 dBd)
VSWR: < 2:1
Power: 10 W
Front To Back Ratio: n/a
Horizontal Beamwidth: n/a
Vertical Beamwidth: n/a
Antenna Material: Polyurethane Plastic Radome
Recommended Mounting Hardware: n/a
Antenna Connector: TNC-R Male
Flexibility: +/- 20 
Antenna Envelope: 8.28 in. length by .54 in. width
Temperature: -40 to +70 C
Weight: 33 grams
Revised: 28 Jun 16
Caution
Omni-directional antenna
should not be located within
24 cm of personnel.
Model AA20DMEg
APX F-3
ESTeem Horizon Series
APPENDIX F
HORIZON 2.4 SPECIFICATIONS
Antenna Specifications
Model No:
Antenna Type:
Applications:
Frequency:
Polarization:
Impedance:
Gain:
VSWR:
Front to Back Ratio:
Horizontal Beamwidth:
Vertical Beamwidth:
Antenna Material:
Mounting Hardware:
Antenna Connector:
Maximum Power Input:
Antenna Envelope:
Windload (RWV):
Lateral Thrust at
Rated Wind:
Wind Surface Area:
Weight:
Revised: 28 Jun 16
AA203Eg
Directional, DC grounded
Fixed base.
2400 to 2485 MHz
Vertical or Horizontal
50 ohms
6 dBi (4 dBd)
< 1.5
>23 dB
55 degrees @ ½ power
55 degrees @ ½ power
Sealed in UV stable fiberglass enclosed radome
Stainless steel U bolts (included) for mounting up
to 1 5/8 in. diameter pipe.
TNC-R Male with 36in. pig tail
5 Watts
4.5 in. length by 3 in. diameter
125 mph
5.8 lbs.
0.060 ft2
1 lbs.
Caution
To comply with the FCC
exposure compliance
requirements, a separation
distance of at least 24 cm
must be maintained between
the antenna and all persons.
Model AA203Eg
APX F-4
ESTeem Horizon Series
APPENDIX F
HORIZON 2.4 SPECIFICATIONS
Antenna Specifications
Model No:
Applications:
Antenna Type:
Frequency:
Polarization:
Impedance:
Gain:
VSWR:
Front to Back Ratio:
Horizontal Beamwidth:
Vertical Beamwidth:
Antenna Material:
Recommended Mounting
Hardware:
Antenna Connector:
Maximum Power Input:
Wind Survival:
Wind Load:
Antenna Envelope:
Weight:
AA204Eg.1
Fixed base mounting
2.4 GHz ISM, Directional, DC Grounded, Parabolic Grid
2400-2485 MHz
Vertical or Horizontal
Caution
50 ohms
To comply with the FCC exposure
15 dBi (13 dBd) nominal
compliance requirements, a
< 1.5:1 nominal
separation distance of at least 50 cm
must be maintained between the
>24 dB
antenna and all persons.
16 degrees @ ½ power
11 degrees @ ½ power
Zinc plated cold rolled steel with polyester power
coat finish
Standard U-bolt steel mast clamp complete with
mounting hardware. Designed for masts of up to
2.5 in. O.D.
TNC-R Male with 36 in. pig-tail
10 Watts
100 mph
16 mph
34 in. length by 17 in. width by 11 in. height
3 lbs.
Model AA204Eg.1
Use of the AA204Eg.1, directional antenna is limited to fixed point-to-point applications only. In accordance with FCC
Section 15.247(b)iii, this antenna must be professionally installed. The installer must ensure the system is used
exclusively for fixed, point-to-point applications and the ESTeem Model 195Eg is set for 0.25 Watts output power (Power
Level = Min).
Revised: 28 Jun 16
APX F-5
ESTeem Horizon Series
APPENDIX G
HORIZON 900 SPECIFICATIONS
Horizon 900 MHz Specifications
ESTeem Horizon 900 MHz Specifications
Transmiter/Receiver
Frequency of Operation (Software Selectable)
902 to 928 MHz (4-channels)
RF Data Rate
Tx Output Power (Software Selectable)
1 to 57.8 Mbps
250, 500, 750, and 1000 mW (Pk) (4-levels)
Channel Bandwidth
Tx Output Impedance
5 MHz, 10 MHz or 20 MHz
50 ohms
Rx Sensitivity
FCC Type Acceptance
-97 to -78 dBm
ENPHZN216AD (Preliminary)
Industry Canada Type Acceptance
LED Indicators
2163A-216AD (Preliminary)
Power (On/Off) - Carrier Detect (On/Off) - Transmitter (On/Off) - Reveiver (On/Off)
Power Requirements
Receive
Transmit
600ma @ 12 VDC
1.350A (Cont) 3A (Peak) @ 12 VDC
PoE Power Supply
External Power Input
(IEEE 802.3at,30 watts) (opt)
10 to 28 VDC @ 3A
Input/Output Connectors
Ethernet Port 1 (10/100/1000)
RJ-45 Female
Ethernet Port 2 (10/100/1000)
802.11 Compatibility
n/a
RS-232C Comm Port (2,400 to 115.2 K baud)
RS-232C Programming Port (38,400, N, 8, 1)
RJ-45 Female
Antenna Input/Outputs
External DC Input Power
TNC Reverse Female
Mini-Combicon, 3 pin female
Case
Temperature Range
-30° to +60° C
Humidity
Dimensions
95% Non-condensing
1.9 in. H x 6.7 in. W x 6.2 in. L
Weight
Product Warranty
1.25 lbs.
1 Year
Other
Outdoor Pole Mt. Kit
AA195PM (opt)
PoE Power Supply
AA175.2 (opt)
Revised: 27 Jun 16
APX G-1
ESTeem Horizon Series
APPENDIX G
HORIZON 900 SPECIFICATIONS
Horizon Case Specifications
Revised: 27 Jun 16
APX G-2
ESTeem Horizon Series
APPENDIX H
HORIZON 900 SPECIFICATIONS
Antenna Specifications
Model No:
AA20Es900
Antenna Type:
Omni Directional, DC Grounded
Applications:
Fixed base
Frequency:
902 to 928 MHz
Polarization:
Vertical
Impedance:
50 ohms
Gain:
7 dBi (5 dBd)
VSWR:
1.5:1 Typical
Front to Back Ratio: n/a
Horizontal Beamwidth:
n/a
Vertical Beamwidth: 22 degrees @ ½ power
Antenna Material:
Brass radiator, UV inhibited
fiberglass enclosed
Mounting Hardware:
Base to Mast, Supplied.
Maximum Power Input: 150 Watts
Wind Survival:
100 mph
Bending Moment:
14.2 ft-lbs. @ 100 mph
Antenna Connector:
TNC-R Male with 36in. pig-tail.
Antenna Envelope:
48 in. L x 1-5/16 in. Dia.
Weight:
1.75 lbs.
Caution
To comply with the FCC
exposure compliance
requirements, a separation
distance of at least 23 cm
must be maintained between
the antenna and all persons.
Model AA20Es900
Revised: 27 Jun 16
APX H-3
ESTeem Horizon Series
APPENDIX H
HORIZON 900 SPECIFICATIONS
Antenna Specifications
Model No:
AA203Es900
Antenna Type:
Directional, DC grounded
Applications:
Fixed base.
Frequency:
902 to 928 MHz
Polarization:
Vertical or Horizontal
Impedance:
50 ohms
Gain:
7 dBi (5 dBd)
VSWR:
< 1.5:1 Nominal
Front to Back Ratio: > 16 dB
Horizontal Beamwidth:
130 degrees @ ½ power
Vertical Beamwidth: 70 degrees @ ½ power
Antenna Material:
Aluminum
Mounting Hardware:
Heavy duty U bolts for mounting up to 2.0 in. pipe
(included).
Antenna Connector:
TNC-R Male with 2 ft. pigtail with ESTeem
weatherproof boot.
Maximum Power Input: 50 Watts
Antenna Envelope:
1.1 ft. length by 6 in. width
Windload (RWV):
150 mph
Wind Surface Area:
.11 ft²
Weight:
1 lbs.
Revised: 27 Jun 16
APX H-4
Caution
To comply with the FCC
exposure compliance
requirements, a separation
distance of at least 23 cm
must be maintained between
the antenna and all persons.
ESTeem Horizon Series

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